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The Hunter House Victorian Museum and the Historic Martin Mansion Present
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Event Details
Where: The Historic Martin Mansion, 524 Fairfax Ave, Norfolk, VA 23507
When: Saturday February 13th , 2027 from 6PM - 9PM
Dress Code: Costumes are encouraged but not required! Outfit inspiration can be drawn from the regency period.
We are excited to welcome back the Itinerant Band who will help set the scene of the night through their musical stylings - making one feel like they are at Netherfield Ball themselves!
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Join local perfume maker Rebecca Suerdieck of Perrin Cottage Perfumery as she teaches us all about the art of perfume making. Learn why this was done for culinary, medicinal
and cosmetic uses; experience a forgotten trade that was done in
early Virginia; and enjoy a scent sampling of popular botanicals
and blends that have endured the test of time.
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The British Isles Dance Troupe will help bring elegance and charm of the Jane Austen era to life through lively dance demonstrations. Guests will enjoy an entertaining glimpse into Regency dance traditions, complete with period music, graceful movements, and the opportunity to experience the spirit of a Regency celebration.
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Artist Ashli Marie Rose will be on site and available for custom silhouette portraits during the event! Get a custom portrait of your loved one, best friend, or cherished pet. She is offering lots of different size and product options - all available to take home that evening!
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We are so excited to be teaming up with Novel Grounds, a romance bookstore based in Chesapeake, VA. Proudly featuring 90% indie romance authors, they celebrate inclusivity and diversity in every way.
Entertainment
We are so excited to be working with so many talented people to make this night a success! Here’s a taste of what’s waiting for you.
Our Tiers
Advanced payment and reservation is required for this event.
Please click below to purchase tickets. For any questions please call 757-623-9814 or email hhvmwhitney@gmail.com
***Tickets are only valid if purchased through the Hunter House Victorian Museum. Any tickets purchased from 3rd parties will not be honored***
General Admission
Enchanting Emma
Distinguished Darcy
Step into the world of Jane Austen for an enchanting experience inspired by the elegance, romance, and charm of the Regency era. Your General Admission ticket includes valet parking for a seamless arrival and post-event access to the photo portal so you can revisit and download your favorite memories long after the festivities conclude.
Each Enchanting Emma ticket includes valet parking for a gracious arrival, entry to the elegant Meryton Assembly Room, two drink tickets to toast the occasion, and participation in our delightful scavenger quest. After the festivities, relive the magic with access to the post-event photo portal, where you can revisit and download your favorite memories.
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Complementary valet
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Access to photography portal after the event
Includes:
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Complementary valet
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Access to photography portal after the event
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2 drink tickets
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Single access to the Meryton Assembly Room
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Entry into In Pursuit of Propriety: A Jane Austen Scavenger Quest
The tier for our most distinguished and preservation minded guests, each Distinguished Darcy ticket includes convenient valet parking, entry to the elegant Meryton Assembly Room, two drink tickets to toast the occasion, and participation in our delightful scavenger quest. Your experience also includes a ticket to afternoon tea before the event, offering a charming start to an extraordinary occasion. After the festivities, relive the magic with access to the post-event photo portal, where you can revisit and download your favorite memories.
Includes:
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Complementary valet
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Access to photography portal after the event
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2 drink tickets
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Single access to the Meryton Assembly Room
Entry into In Pursuit of Propriety: A Jane Austen Scavenger Quest
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Afternoon Tea at 4:00pm
Tickets will go live on November 28th!
Tier Perks
We are excited to offer the following perks for the Enchanting Emma and Distinguished Darcy ticket holders!
The Meryton Assembly Room
In the time of Jane Austen assembly rooms were a safe place for men and women to visit in a social capacity. The rooms would be open for visiting friends, playing cards, and even drinking. There was even a Master of Ceremonies to oversee the fun and make sure everyone was following the polite rules of society. Ticket Holders having entry to our Meryton Assembly Room will be able to experience a night out Austen style. Come try your hand at Regency card and social games while enjoying a glass of champagne.
**This class is only available to our Enchanting Emma and Distinguished Darcy ticket holders**
A Regency Tea
Our guests with Distinguished Darcy tickets are invited to join us for afternoon tea experience at 4pm before the ball begins. Guests will enjoy a curated assortment of traditional savory bites and delectable sweets, accompanied by pots of the Hunter House signature Eloise tea blend.
**Afternoon tea is only available to our Distinguished Darcy ticket holders.**
In Pursuit of Propriety:
A Jane Austen Scavenger Quest
You are cordially invited to embark upon a most curious quest through the intrigues of Regency society. Assume the identity of a beloved Jane Austen character and navigate a world of secret correspondence, questionable courtships, whispered scandals, and the ever-important pursuit of propriety. Your wit shall be tested, your reputation challenged, and your fortune decided.
**This quest is automatically available to our Enchanting Emma and Distinguished Darcey ticket holders** General Admission ticket holders can participate for an additional add-on price on the day of the event**
Who We Are
Hunter House Victorian Museum
The Hunter House Victorian Museum is a non-profit 501(c)3 historic house museum with a mission to tell the human stories of late 19th and early 20th century life through the lens of the everyday experiences and collections of the Hunter Family, their staff, and their local community in order to foster a commitment to preserving local heritage, inspire an appreciation for the broader historical narrative, and reach diverse communities through inclusive, accessible, educational, and innovative programming.
The Historic Martin Mansion
The Martin Mansion, home to the Woman’s Club of Norfolk since 1925, is located in beautiful historic Ghent in Norfolk, Virginia. The Alvah Martin Mansion was built circa 1909. It is a 10,000 sq. ft., 21 room, brick Georgian revival and is available for a limited number of rentals per year. It is closed to events during August. The Woman’s Club purchased the Mansion in 1925 from the Martin Family; the home was originally sold in 1920 to the Virginia Club, a gentleman’s organization now located in downtown Norfolk.
If you are unable to attend the event but would still like to make a donation to our preservation efforts, please give us a call at 757-623-9814 or email hhvmwhitney@gmail.com
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