Tudor Place

Tudor Tots: L is for Light
2026-12-09 10:15 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Tudor Place
As the sun sets earlier and more lights are turned on, how did people of the past see in the dark? Early learners aged 18 months to four years old and their caregivers will learn about candles, mirrors, windows and when Tudor Place installed electricity. This program will be taught through group story time, songs, museum artifacts and a hands-on art project.
Member Child: $5 | Non-Member Child: $10 | Accompanying Adult: Free

Brew to the People: A Coffeehouse Conversation: Civic Participation
2026-12-10 18:30 - 20:00
Celebrate America 250 with Brew to the People, a lively, after-hours experience inspired by the colonial coffeehouses where ideas, gossip and revolution were brewed. Explore fascinating objects from the past in the feature exhibition: Founding Fortunes: The Estate Sale of Martha Washington and spark great conversations before heading to the Dower House for coffeehouse-style cocktails and treats. Come get energized by history, community and a spirited night out .
☕︎ Because Caffeination without Representation is no laughing matter. Here at The Liberty Bean there’s freedom in every cup. ☕︎
Members: FREE | Non-members: $25
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This event is part of America250 at Tudor Place.

Wax to Watts: Illuminating History
2026-12-12 18:30 - 20:00
Join us for an evening program to learn about the evolution of lighting using Tudor Place and its collection. What was nighttime like between the 18th and 20th centuries? How did the cover of darkness lend itself to freedom seekers in Washington, DC? This program is one part object-based interpretation, one part mini-lecture about the Pearl incident (largest recorded nonviolent escape attempt by enslaved people in United States history) and one-part hands-on history through crafting. Following the program, participants will be able to enjoy cookies and hot cider.
Members: $15 | Non-Members: $25
