Time for Tea – WAITING LIST
Hammond-Harwood House 19 Maryland Ave, Annapolis, MD, United StatesEnjoy a traditional Chinese tea ceremony in the garden followed by a short tour inside the museum on the Hammond-Harwood House’s Chinese export porcelain collection. In the late 18th and early 19th century, Annapolitans had a profound desire for durable decorative Chinese porcelain used for tea, coffee, and home decor. The majority of the museum’s porcelain collection dates to the late 18th century when American trade began with China and traditional artisans shifted their designs to cater to a Western audience. This curator-led tour will focus on how the objects...