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5626 Bell Station Road, Glenn Dale, MD 20769
301-464-5291; TTY 301-699-2544; Fax 301-464-5654
PROGRAMS & EVENTS
Come enjoy the variety of events that Marietta House has to offer. To register for events at Marietta House, call 301-464-5291.
2009 EVENT CALENDAR
June 19 - August 30, 12 noon-4 pm
Dressed for Success: Clothing Fashions of the Early 19th Century
Ever wonder what kinds of clothes fashion icon and First Lady Dolley Madison wore? Or Judge Duvall? This exhibit explores what kinds of clothing early 19th century Americans wore to impress their peers.
No reservations necessary.
Free with paid tour.
Sunday, September 13, 12 noon-4 pm
Grandparents' Day Tour
Celebrate National Grandparents’ Day by treating your grandparents or grandchildren to a special tour highlighting the relationship between Gabriel Duvall and his grandchildren who also lived at Marietta.
No reservations necessary.
Regular tour admission price.
Saturday, September 19, 3-5:30 pm
High Tea: Victorian-Style
Enjoy a traditional high tea on Marietta’s manicured lawn surrounded by beautiful fall foliage. In case of inclement weather, the program will be moved indoors.
Reservations and payment required in advance.
Fee: $22/person
Saturday, October 3, 7:30-10 pm
Harvest Fete Champetre
The Duvalls cordially invite you to celebrate the fall harvest at an outdoor Regency-style ball. Dance the night away to traditional English country music, enjoy a romantic stroll
through Marietta’s beautiful grounds lit by lanterns and dine on a sumptuous supper. Special guests include the Duvalls’ close friends President and Mrs. James Madison. Come in period attire or black tie. Space is limited.
Reservations and payment required in advance.
Fee: $50/person; $85/couple
Saturday, October 24, 7 pm
Fall Campfire
Join us for our fall campfire. Enjoy the warmth of the fire as we roast marshmallows and tell ghost stories. Light refreshments will be served.
No reservations necessary
Fee: $1/person
December 5 & 12, 5-7 pm
Once Upon a Time
See Marietta’s rooms transformed into scenes from some of your
favorite fairytales, nursery rhymes and children’s stories. The program will delight children of all ages!
No reservations necessary
Fee: $5/person
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