Christmas at Blithewold

Blithewold’s Christmas theme for 2014 is, “You are Invited” it celebrates the Van Wickle family’s love of entertaining. Each room will interpret a festive occasion at Blithewold in the early 1900s. One room will be set for tea, for example; another for a games evening; or a garden party; and still another for a sailing party. The fantasy created in the exhibit area on the second floor will be “The Pleasure of Your Company…” featuring two of Bessie’s recently conserved gowns that she might have worn for a special occasion in the 1890s. The scene will be set with drawing room furniture from the Collection, paintings, silver, linens, and china; and the family’s antique Christmas crèche.

Christmas at Blithewold begins November 28th, come and enjoy the elaborate decorations. Make a reservation for our fun and informal afternoon teas, the Santa sing-alongs, the joyous musical performances, and the creative workshops for both children and adults! Don’t miss our our marshmallow-roasting-christmas-carol-singing-strolling-through-the-twinkling-garden-paths event called Sparkle, Friday nights in the Enclosed Garden and Greenhouse. Return to the Blithewold events page for a complete list of activities.

Dates: November 28, 2014 - January 4, 2015

Times and Days : Tour the Mansion: Tuesday-Sundays 11am-5pm, Grounds Open Daily: 10am-5pm

Location: Blithewold Mansion, Gardens & Aboretum, 101 Ferry Road Bristol, RI 02809

Contact: 401-253-2707

Website: http://www.blithewold.org/event/show/785