Wilderstein & Locust Grove
Special Group Tour Package
 

A Victorian Afternoon in the Hudson Valley
 


Wilderstein and the Locust Grove Historic Site in Poughkeepsie, NY have joined forces to create this special package where guests can step back in time and experience a memorable afternoon with high tea and visits to two of the most highly regarded Victorian Estates in the Hudson Valley.


Itinerary:
 
1:00 PM     TOUR WILDERSTEIN, a Queen Anne mansion, the home of Franklin D. Roosevelt's cousin and confidante Margaret (Daisy) Suckley.
 
2:00 PM     HIGH TEA in Wilderstein's charming 1888 Gate Lodge (menu featuring traditional delights such as delicate tea sandwiches, ham puff petites, cream wafers, chocolate dipped strawberries, and Hudson Valley seasonal favorites).
 
3:30 PM    TOUR LOCUST GROVE, an Italianate country house, designed for artist and inventor Samuel F. B. Morse and home to noted collectors William & Martha Young.


The practice of enjoying high tea became popular during the mid-1800s.  Although it was generally thought of as a women's meal, men were often present.  An urn of boiling water was carried into the parlor or drawing room along with teapots and a container of loose tea.  The lady of the house made the tea, poured it, and servants handed the cups to guests.  Small cakes and other dainty finger foods were served.  More than just a meal, high tea was an occasion for socializing with dear friends.  Tea was typically followed by the reading of poetry, listening to music, or a stroll in the garden.



 
Photo: Locust Grove.



All Inclusive Price $30 p/p


This special package is only available for a limited time and should be booked at least one month in advance.  Minimum group size is 30 people.  For more information, call or email the Wilderstein Office at 845-876-4818 or wilderstein@wilderstein.org