Step Back in Time with Tea at the Mallory-Neely House on May 21

Memphis, TN -  April 25, 2022 - The Mallory-Neely House, one of the Museum of Science & History (MoSH) properties, is pleased to announce its latest special event, The Tea Garden. The Tea Garden event offers two seating times, one at 11:00 AM and one at 3:00 PM.

Visitors to the Mallory-Neely House will enjoy an assortment of pastries and teas and are invited to stroll through the newly installed Victorian Garden. Guests are invited to dress to impress in garden-inspired garb and can enjoy old-fashioned lawn games and decorate a plant to take home with a Victorian touch.  

Inside the mansion, visitors can view the exhibit “Victorian Naturalists,” the latest in a series of seasonal exhibits that explore the art and interest of the residents of this historic home. With its high Victorian furnishings, the 25-room mansion is a chance to be immersed in the social customs, artwork, and life in turn of the century Memphis. 

“We have a passion for making the past come alive, and our Tea Garden is the perfect way to experience afternoon tea in the garden, along with games and art of the times,” says Taylor Hopkins, Manager of Historic Homes. “We’re also showing off our beautiful new Victorian Gardens for the first time, which perfectly complement the beauty of this beloved home.” 

General admission includes access to the grounds and tea party, the mansion exhibit, lawn games, and a plant guests can take home. There is a VIP upgrade available, which includes the benefits of general admission tickets, as well as an early access guided tour of the home and special seating in the newly installed Victorian Gardens. May 28 has been reserved as a rain date in the event of inclement weather. 

Please visit the website for more information on The Tea Garden at the Mallory-Neely House.  

About the Mallory-Neely House
Located in the Victorian Village area of downtown Memphis, the Mallory-Neely House is one of Memphis’ most visited historic homes.  We invite you to explore the decor and history of early Memphis and Southern culture. 

The Mallory-Neely House is open to visitors Wednesday through Saturday, 10:30AM to 5 PM. Tours operate every hour on the hour, with the last tour beginning at 4 PM. The Mallory-Neely House offers rotating exhibits each month. 

For more information, please e-mail Sheila Noone at sheila.noone@memphistn.gov