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The museum offers special events throughout the calendar year to include afternoon teas, lectures, literary programs, community partnerships, craft shows, and more. These events are part of the fundraising efforts to preserve the Hunter House Victorian Museum. Please check our schedule of events below every few months as it is updated seasonally. Reservations are required for all events. To make a reservation call the museum at 757-623-9814, and please leave a voicemail if we do not answer. You can also email hhvmwhitney@gmail.com or click the button below. All calls and emails will be returned during our regular business hours, Wednesday - Friday 10 am to 4pm.
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Upcoming Events
Dining on Deck: A Tea at Sea
Sunday, June 14th - FULL
Seating at 12 PM
$30 Members/$45 Not-Yet Members/$15 Children under 13
Relive the extravagance of dining on historic ocean liners from the comfort of our parlors. This afternoon tea will be inspired by the decadent sweets and savories of times gone by while enjoying endless pots of tea.
Culinary Concoctions:
An Exploration of American Fair Food
Sunday, July 19th
Seating at 12 PM (FULL) and 3pm
$30 Members/$45 Not-Yet Members/$15 Children under 13
Join us in exploring the history of a truly American experience: fair food! Relish in treats and tea themed by the iconic foods introduced at world’s fairs without having to wait in line.
Tea at the Crystal Palace
Sunday, August 23rd
**Waitlist Available**
Seating at 12 PM
$30 Members/$45 Not-Yet Members/$15 Children under 13
Enjoy a classic British afternoon tea at a Victorian museum to learn about Prince Albert and his quest for a world’s fair. Discover how Queen Victoria’s husband became responsible for the exhibition that started it all.
Calling All Members!
A Note on our Tea Fundraisers
Our biggest and most popular way to raise funds has always been our monthly themed teas. We regret that due to the size and nature of our facility, we are unable to provide accommodations for dietary needs or restrictions. All menus are set for each event and cannot be changed. Should you wish to attend one of our teas and bring your own food from home while partaking in our tea beverage service and event atmosphere, we can offer a discounted price of $15 for such occasions. Please make this request at the time you make your reservations.
Our teas typically include scones with jam or curd, three sweet items, three savory items, and our signature hot tea- Miss Eloise’s afternoon tea, which is a black tea with Jasmine. We do not offer additional tea options as we are not a restaurant or tea house and these special tea programs are designed with set menus. You are welcome to bring tea bags from home if you require decaffeinated options; we are happy to provide you with hot water, sugar, milk, and lemon as needed.
Reservations are required for all events. To make a reservation call the museum at 757-623-9814, and please leave a voicemail if we do not answer. You can also email hhvmwhitney@gmail.com or click the button below.