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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, Thursday - Saturday 10 am to 4pm.
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Upcoming Events
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A Valentine's Tea - SOLD OUT
Sunday, February 16th
Seatings at 12pm & 3pm​
$30 Members/$45 Not-Yet Members/$15 Children under 13
Come and enjoy a cozy afternoon at this Valentine’s Day tea. Whether you want to swoon from romance or just enjoy gabbing with your friends, there is something for everyone at this event.
Reservations are required. To make reservations please call 757-623-9814 or email hhvmwhitney@gmail.com.
Jazz Age Jubilee: Preserving the Past, Celebrating the Future
Saturday, March 1st
The Historic Martin Mansion at 524 Fairfax Ave, Norfolk, VA 23507
7pm - 10pm
Step back in time and experience the glamour and excitement of the Roaring Twenties at our “Jazz Age Jubilee: Preserving the Past, Celebrating the Future." This exclusive, one-night-only event will transport you to an era of jazz, flappers, and speakeasies, all while supporting the vital work of historic preservation.
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While the event will be hosted by the Historic Martin Mansion, tickets and registration will be coordinated through the Hunter House Victorian Museum. For any questions please call 757-623-9814 or email hhvmwhitney@gmail.com.
A Sip in the Shire
Sunday, April 27th
Seatings at 12pm (SOLD OUT)
& 3pm (seats still available)​
$30 Members/$45 Not-Yet Members/$15 Children under 13
Come and enjoy a cozy afternoon at this Valentine’s Day tea. Whether you want to swoon from romance orJoin us in the Shire for an afternoon inspired by the world of J.R.R. Tolkien. This tea will feature a delightful selection of sweets and savories fit for a Hobbit! Costumes are encouraged but not required! just enjoy gabbing with your friends, there is something for everyone at this event.
Reservations are required. To make reservations please call 757-623-9814 or email hhvmwhitney@gmail.com.
Woodland Magic: A Fairy Tea - SOLD OUT
Sunday, May 18th
Seatings at 12pm
& 3pm​
$30 Members/$45 Not-Yet Members/$15 Children under 13
“Faeries, come take me out of this dull world, for I would ride with you upon the wind and dance upon the mountains like a flame!”--William Butler Yeats
Do you believe in faeries? If so, come join us in the woodland realm of the Fairy Queen. Enjoy an afternoon tea learning all about the garden magic of faeries. Character appearance included.
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Reservations are required. To make reservations please call 757-623-9814 or email hhvmwhitney@gmail.com.
A Note on Tea Events
Our biggest and most popular way to raise funds has always been our monthly themed teas. Owning to the need for additional funds for preservation and the rising costs of programming events and entertainment, we are changing our non-member tea price to $45.00 per person.
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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.
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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.
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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.