Step into the charming gardens of Bishop's House this summer and you may not want to leave.

Saturday, July 4 - Bring the picnic basket and the whole family for an Olde Fashioned Ice Cream Social, complete with croquet and lawn bowling. In keeping with the "Victorian Christmas in July" there will also be carollers, Father Christmas and gingerbread men to decorate. And of course, ice cream, free to our guests courtesy of Chapman's – the perfect end to a summer picnic.
A second Victorian Ice Cream social will be held August 1

Wednesday, July 8 at 2 p.m., traditionally costumed Victorian maids will be serving a Dessert Tea, complete with scones, Devonshire cream, fresh strawberry jam and Billy's Blend tea. Linda Stinson from the Owen Sound Roselawn Bowling Club will be our guest - your chance to have all your lawnbowling questions answered.
Additional dessert tea dates are Wednesday, July 29th, August 12th and August 26th.

Wednesday, July 22nd at 12:00 Noon Join us at our first of two Luncheon Teas on. Scones and cream will be on the menu, along with sandwiches and dessert The second Luncheon Tea date is Wednesday, August 19th.

With delicious food generously provided by Seasons, Owen Sound, and a relaxed atmosphere, Bishop House Victorian Tea may be the closest you'll ever get to having a perfect afternoon.

For reservations and more information visit the Bishop House at 948 3rd Ave West in Owen Sound or our website or call 519-371-0031.

source:media release, Bishop House Museum, Archives and National Historic Site<