Holiday Tea
Guests enjoy a formal afternoon tea service featuring tea sandwiches, a scone, savories, dessert, and freshly brewed tea. The event is served on a set menu inside the historic Shelton McMurphey Johnson House. Attending the tea helps fund the museum's operations, exhibits, and educational programming.
What to Expect
Traditional holiday afternoon tea fundraiser inside a historic Victorian museum.
Event Details
Food & Drink
The set menu includes tea sandwiches, a scone, savories, dessert, and freshly brewed tea; most items are vegetarian-friendly, though one or two savory items may contain meat.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Adults and older children who enjoy a formal tea
Vibe
Formal and festive
Energy Level
Low
Photo Friendly
Moderate
Weather Sensitivity
None
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: $40 per person; members pay $35. Ticket prices increase in 2026. The ticket is for a set-menu tea service with one of each menu item per guest. – Get tickets
- Hours: Saturday 11 am and 3:00 pm; Sunday 3 pm.
Tips & Advice
- Reserve and pay ahead because Holiday Tea places are available by prepaid reservation only.
- Tell the museum about dietary needs and allergies when purchasing tickets; menu options are limited and substitutions are not available.
- Save the email confirmation for entry, as physical tickets are not provided.
- If you are a member, use the early-access period to purchase tickets before public sales begin.
- Make any cancellation at least twelve days ahead if you want a full refund.
Special Events & Promotions
- Members receive a discount on tea tickets.
- Members can buy tea tickets a month before public sales begin.
- Holiday Tea is scheduled for 12, 13, 19 and 20 December.
- Saturday teas have two sessions; Sunday teas have one session.
- Private teas are available for groups of at least eight, but cannot be booked in December.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to reserve a place for the Holiday Tea?
Yes. All teas require a prepaid reservation, made online or by calling the office; there are no physical tickets, and you should receive an email confirmation.
Is the tea suitable for children?
Children are welcome, though the museum does not generally recommend the teas for children under about eight.
What is served, and can dietary needs be accommodated?
The set menu includes tea sandwiches, a scone, savories, dessert and freshly brewed tea. Share dietary needs and allergies when booking; options are limited, substitutions are not offered, and an allergen-free environment cannot be guaranteed.
Can members reserve tickets before public sales?
Yes. Members can purchase tea tickets a month before they go on sale to the public.
What is the cancellation policy?
Cancel at least twelve days ahead to receive a full refund.
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