Spilling the Tea at the Old Stone House
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From kitchen tables to acts of rebellion, tea fueled both daily life and political upheaval in colonial America. Visit the Old Stone House to sample historic teas and explore how this everyday drink became entangled in empire, protest, and revolution—earning its notorious reputation as the “baneful weed.”
Fees
This event is free to attend.
Location
The Old Stone House is located at 3051 M Street NW Washington, DC.
Latitude and Longitude 38.905367, -77.060363
Schedule
Days:
Every 2 weeks
Dates:
February 07, 2026 to February 21, 2026
Time:
1:30 PM
Duration:
2 hours
Stop in any time between 1:30 and 3:30 pm.
Event Type
- Cultural/Craft Demonstration
- Guided Tour
- Other
- Talk
Tags:
tea, old stone house, tasting, colonial history, tea tasting, discussion, tour, 250th anniversary, freedom 250