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Special Focus Tour: Dining with Shakespeare
Agecroft Hall 4305 Sulgrave Rd., Richmond, VA, United StatesIt’s almost William Shakespeare’s birthday! In commemoration of the bard, join tour guide Tracy Weldon for a look at culinary customs during Shakespeare’s lifetime in Elizabethan England. A brief talk is followed by a tour through seasonal displays in Agecroft Hall’s Great Hall, Dining Parlor, and Tudor Kitchen. Take home period recipes. ...
Bubbles & Blooms
Agecroft Hall 4305 Sulgrave Rd., Richmond, VA, United StatesVisit Agecroft Hall & Gardens for a beautiful evening of food, drinks and glorious strolls through their gardens on the banks of the James River. Make this a gathering with family and friends to celebrate the arrival of spring surrounded by flowers (and maybe a few bubbles too!). Beverages from Garden Grove Brewing and Urban ...
Special Focus Tour: Tulipmania Garden Tour
Agecroft Hall 4305 Sulgrave Rd., Richmond, VA, United StatesSee thousands of tulip blooms on this 45-minute guided garden tour. Learn about tulipmania in early 1600s Europe and the transformation of the gardens at Agecroft Hall in the 20th century. This tour requires walking on grass, gravel paths, and stone walkways. The route has several stair steps. Stay after the guided tour to explore ...
Special Focus Tour: Tulipmania Garden Tour
Agecroft Hall 4305 Sulgrave Rd., Richmond, VA, United StatesSee thousands of tulip blooms on this 45-minute guided garden tour. Learn about tulipmania in early 1600s Europe and the transformation of the gardens at Agecroft Hall in the 20th century. This tour requires walking on grass, gravel paths, and stone walkways. The route has several stair steps. Stay after the guided tour to explore ...
Beauty and Beasts – An Adventure in Artifacts at Agecroft Hall: Spring Break Workshop
Agecroft Hall 4305 Sulgrave Rd., Richmond, VA, United StatesA Tudor-inspired animal hunt, and search for images of both real and mythical beasts. Participants will explore Agecroft’s artifacts looking for evidence of beasts and birds and create epic animal stories of their own. This program is perfect for anyone with a love for animals and a taste for adventure! This program is designed for ...
What’s Sprouting at Agecroft Hall?: Spring Break Workshop
Agecroft Hall 4305 Sulgrave Rd., Richmond, VA, United StatesA morning of discovery in Agecroft’s gardens as educators show off their spring sprouts and blooms. As gardeners for a day, kids will participate in STEAM activities that reflect Agecroft’s blossoming landscape and spring gardening activities. This program is designed for children ages 6 through 11. ...
Special Focus Tour: Myths, Legends, and Folktales: Storytelling with Young Dauntesey
Agecroft Hall 4305 Sulgrave Rd., Richmond, VA, United StatesJoin tour guide Matt Rowlett in character as a member of the Dauntesey family for a lively retelling of English and Celtic tales. Experience storytelling as a guest in the house during the mid-17th century. Stories include "The Friar and the Merchant" and "The Lady Prioress and the Lusty Knaves," an Arthurian legend, stories from ...
Special Focus Tour: Myths, Legends, and Folktales: Storytelling with Young Dauntesey
Agecroft Hall 4305 Sulgrave Rd., Richmond, VA, United StatesJoin tour guide Matt Rowlett in character as a member of the Dauntesey family for a lively retelling of English and Celtic tales. Experience storytelling as a guest in the house during the mid-17th century. Stories include The Friar and the Merchant and The Lady Prioress and the Lusty Knaves, an Arthurian legend, stories from ...
Special Focus Tour: Garden Walk History Tour with Daffodils
Agecroft Hall 4305 Sulgrave Rd., Richmond, VA, United StatesTake this 45-minute guided garden tour to see the blooming daffodils and learn about Renaissance gardens while walking through our beautiful grounds. What do Chief Powhatan’s cloak, King Henry VIII, Mediterranean pirates, and the 20th century “Virginia Garden” all have in common? They are all part of the story of the transformation of the gardens ...
Special Focus Tour: Garden Walk History Tour with Daffodils
Agecroft Hall 4305 Sulgrave Rd., Richmond, VA, United StatesThis 45-minute guided garden tour to see the blooming daffodils and learn about Renaissance gardens while walking through our beautiful grounds. What do Chief Powhatan’s cloak, King Henry VIII, Mediterranean pirates, and the 20th century “Virginia Garden” all have in common? They are all part of the story of the transformation of the gardens at ...
The Tudors by Numbers: Statistics and Surprises of England’s Infamous Royal Dynasty
Agecroft Hall 4305 Sulgrave Rd., Richmond, VA, United StatesJoin author Carol Ann Lloyd as she discusses a new way to understand how the Tudors came to reimagine the future of England, Europe, and the world. Signed copies of her book The Tudors by Numbers: The Stories and Statistics Behind England’s Most Infamous Royal Dynasty will be available at the event. ...
Special Focus Tour: Dining in Lenten Tudor England
Agecroft Hall 4305 Sulgrave Rd., Richmond, VA, United StatesA look at culinary customs during Shakespeare’s lifetime in the Lenten season. What was dining like in Elizabethan England? What Tudor era recipes were prepared and traditions upheld? A brief talk is followed by a guided tour through seasonal displays in Agecroft Hall’s Great Hall, Dining Parlor, and Tudor Kitchen. ...
Sally Bedell Smith at the English Speaking Union
Agecroft Hall 4305 Sulgrave Rd., Richmond, VA, United StatesJoin Sally Bedell Smith as she discusses her most recent book, George VI and Elizabeth: The Marriage that Saved the Monarchy. A catered reception and book signing, with books available for purchase, will follow Ms. Smith’s talk. This event is presented by the Richmond branch of the English-Speaking Union (ESU). ...
Sally Bedell Smith: Author Event & Book Signing
Agecroft Hall 4305 Sulgrave Rd., Richmond, VA, United StatesJoin acclaimed royal biographer Sally Bedell Smith as she discusses her most recent book, George VI and Elizabeth: The Marriage that Saved the Monarchy. A catered reception and book signing, with books available for purchase, will follow Ms. Smith’s talk. ...
Winter Plein Air Painting in the Gardens
Agecroft Hall 4305 Sulgrave Rd., Richmond, VA, United StatesThe gardens and grounds are open early on selected Thursdays in January and February. Come and find a sunny spot to set up your easel, sit and take in the view, or take a hike on the Woodland Walk for inspiration. Art supplies are not provided. In the event of bad weather, the event will ...
Special Focus Tour: Love, Romance and Marriage in Tudor times
Agecroft Hall 4305 Sulgrave Rd., Richmond, VA, United StatesThis tour explores the role of love in Tudor England. Learn the forgotten meaning behind everyday objects such as jewelry and flowers. Join in the search for evidence of expressions of romance and love in our collection. This tour includes walking upstairs. ...
Cheese Making 101: Workshop with Rebecca Suerdieck
Agecroft Hall 4305 Sulgrave Rd., Richmond, VA, United StatesSee the entire process from start to finish using readily-available grocery-store ingredients. Witness one of the oldest dairy processes in the world while sampling different flavor combinations. This soft, versatile cheese can be flavored in a variety of ways for a multitude of delicious recipes, both sweet and savory. Discover how to make this cheese ...
Winter Plein Air Painting in the Gardens
Agecroft Hall 4305 Sulgrave Rd., Richmond, VA, United StatesThe gardens are grounds are open early on selected Thursdays in January and February. Come and find a sunny spot to set up your easel, sit and take in the view, or take a hike on the Woodland Walk for inspiration. Art supplies are not provided. In the event of bad weather, the event will ...
Special Focus Tour: Year of the Dragon and Ming Porcelain
Agecroft Hall 4305 Sulgrave Rd., Richmond, VA, United StatesIn honor of Lunar New Year, take a guided tour of Agecroft Hall’s collection of utilitarian and luxury ceramics including colorful Chinese porcelain. In the year of the dragon, compare mythological animals, especially dragons, on objects throughout the museum. Learn the hidden meanings behind different floral motifs, fruit, and birds. ...
Winter Plein Air Painting in the Gardens
Agecroft Hall 4305 Sulgrave Rd., Richmond, VA, United StatesThe gardens are grounds are open early on selected Thursdays in January and February. Come and find a sunny spot to set up your easel, sit and take in the view, or take a hike on the Woodland Walk for inspiration. Art supplies are not provided. In the event of bad weather, the event will ...
Divorced, Beheaded, Died: An Audience with Henry VIII
Agecroft Hall 4305 Sulgrave Rd., Richmond, VA, United StatesSee John White, a UK based Performance Historian, bring Henry VIII to life. The year is 1544 and King Henry, the Eighth of that name, is engaged upon 'Royal Progress.' His Majesty has halted here, this evening, in order to afford his loyal subjects the opportunity to have 'audience' with their Sovereign Lord and King. ...
Divorced, Beheaded, Died: An Audience with Henry VIII
Agecroft Hall 4305 Sulgrave Rd., Richmond, VA, United StatesSee John White, a UK based Performance Historian, bring Henry VIII to life. The year is 1544 and King Henry, the Eighth of that name, is engaged upon 'Royal Progress.' His Majesty has halted here, this evening, in order to afford his loyal subjects the opportunity to have 'audience' with their Sovereign Lord and King. ...
Yuletides at Agecroft: Christmas Open House
Agecroft Hall 4305 Sulgrave Rd., Richmond, VA, United StatesExperience the Christmas season at Agecroft Hall from three different eras: 17th-century England, 19th-century London, and 20th-century Richmond. The gardens and museum will be decorated for the holiday season. Be carried through time with family-friendly crafts, simmering cider, and lively entertainment - including Father Christmas himself. You'll meet the residents of Agecroft Hall during the ...
Special Focus Tour: Bellycheer! Feasting in England 1580-1640
Agecroft Hall 4305 Sulgrave Rd., Richmond, VA, United StatesA guided tour celebrating food and dining. In a 17th century country house, food and medicine were often the same thing. Listen to a lively telling of uses of everyday foods, food preparation, historic recipes, rare spices, table etiquette, and customs on England’s annual feast days. ...
Holly-Jolly Yuletides: Kids’ Craft Drop Off Event
Agecroft Hall 4305 Sulgrave Rd., Richmond, VA, United StatesEducators invite children ages 6 to 11 to explore the manor’s Yuletide traditions through a fun-filled evening of crafts, games, and treats. Kids will dive into their own creativity while discovering how modern Christmas celebrations compare to those of the past. Reserve your spot by Wednesday, November 29th. ...
Special Focus Tour: Bellycheer! Feasting in England 1580-1640
Agecroft Hall 4305 Sulgrave Rd., Richmond, VA, United StatesA guided tour celebrating food and dining. In a 17th century country house, food and medicine were often the same thing. Listen to a lively telling of uses of everyday foods, food preparation, historic recipes, rare spices, table etiquette, and customs on England’s annual feast days. ...
The Dancing Queen: Court Dance in the Age of Elizabeth
Agecroft Hall 4305 Sulgrave Rd., Richmond, VA, United StatesThe Richmond Renaissance Dancers will present this multimedia program showcasing the majesty and elegance of court dancing from the perspective of Queen Elizabeth I and her courtiers. English almans and country dances, French branles, and Italian balli and cascarde were all part of the Elizabethan court repertoire. The Queen’s court will come alive once more ...
Special Focus Tour: Agecroft Hall Across the Years – 14th to 20th Centuries
Agecroft Hall 4305 Sulgrave Rd., Richmond, VA, United StatesThis unique, guided tour looks back to the mid-20th century and how the Williams, and later Morton, family lived at Agecroft Hall. Learn why and how did they bought it. With centuries of English history to draw from, what periods of history and "new" 20th century ideas or trends influenced them? Special attention is given ...
Let’s Go to Court! Settling Squabbles in the 17th Century
Agecroft Hall 4305 Sulgrave Rd., Richmond, VA, United StatesThe Court Leet is in session. Join the living history staff of Agecroft Hall to see how disputes between neighbors were settled in the 17th century. Why was that woman wandering around after dark? Who started that brawl at the tavern? Hear from defendants and witnesses in these and other local cases. You might even ...
Special Focus Tour: Autumn Garden Walk History Tour
Agecroft Hall 4305 Sulgrave Rd., Richmond, VA, United StatesTake this 45-minute guided outdoor tour to learn about the legacy of our formal gardens. Learn about Tudor monarch Henry VIII’s gardening passion, Renaissance gardens, harvest festivals, and 20th century “Virginia Garden” design. Stay after the guided tour to explore the grounds on your own. ...