Tuscaloosa Cameo Guild Christmas Tea Brings Victorian Holiday Magic

With the holiday season fast approaching, the Tuscaloosa Cameo Guild, part of Historic Tuscaloosa, invites the community to its newest festive fundraiser, The Cameo Guild Christmas Tea. This event will take place on Sunday, December 14, at 4 p.m. at the Jemison-Van de Graaff Mansion located at 1305 Greensboro Ave, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401.

Stepping into a world of Victorian holiday charm, guests will enjoy an elegant Victorian Christmas Tea featuring complete charming seasonal activities, holiday décor, and traditional holiday treats.

According to the press release, “Proceeds from the event will benefit the Tuscaloosa Cameo Guild Scholarship Program and Historic Tuscaloosa’s restoration projects, helping to preserve the city’s beloved historic landmarks.”

Holiday Activities Steeped in Victorian Charm

• Victorian-themed crafts
• Victorian-style teacup ornament
• Creating fragrant mulling spice sachets to take home
• Enjoy light snacks and punch
• Rotating between conversational tea tables and craft stations
• Play Victorian parlor games
• Listen to a reading of the classic poem “A Visit from St. Nicholas
• Meet Tuscaloosa Cameo Guild members dressed in elegant period gowns.
•  Photo opportunity in the Mansion’s Conservatory

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“The Cameo Guild Christmas Tea brings together everything we love about this season—community, tradition, and history,” said William Hawkins, Executive Director of Historic Tuscaloosa. “It’s a beautiful way to celebrate the holidays while supporting the next generation of preservationists and the continued restoration of our city’s treasured landmarks.”

Tickets Details

Guests 10 and under: $15.00

Guests over 10: $30.00

Due to limited space, only 100 tickets will be available for this exclusive event.

Click here for more information and to purchase tickets.