Teapots in the 18th Century
San Fernando Valley Historical Society is pleased to announce our program for Thursday, October 28 at 7:00pm. The theme of our featured speaker, Pat Hammerle, is "Teapots in the 18th Century". Did you know that tea is second only to water as a world beverage! An ancient Chinese saying is "better to be deprived of food for three days, than that of tea, for one." Green tea was the first tea to reach Europe in 1610. Black tea became known in the middle of the 18th century. Among other enlightening tidbits, Pat will ask and answer the question, "Are there tea plantations in the United States?" when she presents her tea program. Pat is a teacher who became interested in tea and teapots after she retired. She will be showing replicas of teapots made in the middle of the 18th century. The originals are in the Victoria Albert Museum in London. The SFVHS programs and refreshments are free, but donations are appreciated. We are located at the Andres Pico Adobe Park 10940 Sepulveda Blvd., Mission Hills. 818.365.7810.
