Listen to Martha Washington and Valerie Tripp, author of the American Girl book Felicity, as they share the captivating story of their collaboration for the book.

Add to Calendar 11/17/2018 13:30:00 12/31/1969 America/New_York American Girl Author Valerie Tripp Brings Felicity to Mount Vernon

Listen to Martha Washington and Valerie Tripp, author of the American Girl book Felicity, as they share the captivating story of their collaboration for the book.

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Join us for a special tea and program as we bring history to life with American Girl Author Valerie Tripp and Mount Vernon’s Mary Wiseman, character interpreter portraying Martha Washington. They will talk about the birth of Felicity and how her story created a new interest for children learning 18th century history. Both ladies will be available for photos and Tripp can sign your books and dolls at the tea. You could be the recipient of a Felicity doll or the complete set of the Felicity six-book series!

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Queen cakes: these little cakes are made with currants, nutmeg, mace, and cinnamon and baked in intricate shapes.
Chocolate puffs: a light, delicate sweet similar to meringues.
Shrewsbury cakes: crisp, buttery cookies often flavored with spices like nutmeg and cinnamon.
Afternoon English tea
Apple Cider

The "Bringing History to Life" program begins at 2:30pm in the Smith Auditorium. Guests may have their tea in the Mount Vernon Inn before (at 1:30pm) or after (at 3:30pm) the program. "Bringing History to Life" is recommended for children ages 5 years and up and adults.

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