Victorian Christmas Tea

Type of event: Tea party and history talk. Come enjoy an elegant Victorian Afternoon Tea presented by Bonnie Calliotte of De’Tours Traveling Tea Room. Learn about Christmas traditions in the Victorian era and pioneer Florida, and see Manatee Village decorated for the holiday season. Attire: Dress-up is encouraged. There will be a best hat contest with prizes. Price: This is a ticketed event with a limit of 20 seats. Adult tickets are $20.00 and include a selection of teas and scones, finger sandwiches, and sweets. Tickets are on sale from November 15 to December 8. Tickets may be purchased by cash or check, in person at Manatee Village or by mail to 1404 Manatee Avenue East. Please make checks payable to the Manatee County Historical Commission. For more information, please call (941) 749-7165 or visit: www.manateevillage.org www.facebook.com/manateevillage