Imagine savoring an afternoon tea steeped in Victorian elegance without traveling to England or British Columbia.

That daydream will become a reality at our Mad Hatter Tea. For those unfamiliar with the etiquette of a Victorian tea, we offer a down-home American version that encourages you to enjoy and not to fret. In keeping with the Mad Hatter theme, choose to arrive in the most extravagant, fantastical hat that you can find or pick one from the museum’s collections.

Once seated, admire the fine china adorning your table, share a laugh with your tablemates over their hat choices, and savor scones, tarts, and finger food over a leisurely pot of tea.

Come on your own or invite family members or friends. Prizes will be given for the best hats.