The Chesterfield Historical Society of Virginia (CHSV) will present two special events at Historic Magnolia Grange House Museum on Saturday April 23 and Tuesday May 10.
The Saturday program on April 23 offers costumed interpreter and reenactor Jason Jones portraying John Wilkes Booth, assassin of President Abraham Lincoln. The program will reveal the thoughts and rationalizations that led to Booth’s violent actions as he was on the run eluding capture in April of 1865. This free event begins at noon and is open to the public.
Volunteer docents at Magnolia Grange will offer a tea in honor of Mother’s Day on Tuesday, May 10 at 1 p.m. Guests at this special event will preview fashion, jewelry and accessories from Penelope, while being served tea sandwiches and sweets. Complimentary tours of the 1822 historic home are also available. Admission to the tea is $25/guest. Seating for the tea is limited and reservations are required. Please phone 796-1479 or email [email protected] to make your reservation.
