Time for Tea at the Bement-Billings Farmstead

Time for Tea at the Bement-Billings FarmsteadGuests at a recent tea were treated by museum guide Rhonda Bickford on fashion, accessories and underpinnings of the Jane Austen era. Photo provided by Ellen Samsel.

A “Tea and Regency Attire” event, held recently at the Bement-Billings Farmstead, allowed the public a relaxing time among friends and new acquaintances inside the Museum. 

Time for Tea at the Bement-Billings Farmstead
Guests enjoy tea in the parlor. Photo provided by Ellen Samsel.

Lil Barron, a museum guide, led her team of fellow volunteers in this event that featured delicious sweets, and savory treats and hot tea. Guests were also treated to a presentation by museum guide Rhonda Bickford on fashion, accessories, and underpinnings of the Jane Austen era. 

Time for Tea at the Bement-Billings Farmstead
The work crew at the recent “Tea and Regency Attire” event. Photo provided by Ellen Samsel.

The event, hosted by the Museum’s Cook-Guide Guild, is a function of the Newark Valley Historical Society. For more info, visit www.nvhistory.org

Time for Tea at the Bement-Billings Farmstead
Guides prepare for the “Tea and Regency Attire” event. Photo provided by Ellen Samsel.
Time for Tea at the Bement-Billings Farmstead
A Guide prepares for the “Tea and Regency Attire” event. Photo provided by Ellen Samsel.
Time for Tea at the Bement-Billings Farmstead
A Guide prepares for the “Tea and Regency Attire” event. Photo provided by Ellen Samsel.
Time for Tea at the Bement-Billings Farmstead
Guests enjoy tea in the parlor. Photo provided by Ellen Samsel.
Time for Tea at the Bement-Billings Farmstead
Guests enjoy tea in the parlor. Photo provided by Ellen Samsel.

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