Add a pink-and-green twist to your holidays at this year’s MSV Holiday Tea! Savor seasonal treats, sweet desserts, and a classic holiday tea service from The Tea Cart (menu below), then enjoy an illustrated Apple Blossom-themed presentation by MSV Curator of Collections Nick Powers.
Be among the first to hear about the upcoming Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival® exhibition at the MSV, celebrating the 100th festival and opening in 2027. Discover fun, lesser-known stories from this beloved Winchester tradition, learn about artifacts that will be featured in the exhibition, and find out how you can help bring the festival’s history to life—by sharing your own Apple Blossom memorabilia or assisting the MSV in locating items on its Apple Blossom wish list.
Celebrate the season, sip tea, and be part of preserving Winchester’s iconic pink-and-green tradition!
MSV members: $50; all others: $65 (includes food, tea, program & MSV admission). Registration required by December 8; register online or call 540-662-1473, ext. 240.
Two seatings: 10 a.m.–noon or 2–4 p.m.
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2025 Holiday Tea Menu
Sandwiches
Cucumber & Dill Tea Sandwich
dill cream cheese on white bread
Chicken Salad Tea Sandwich
dried cranberries, onion, celery on croissant
Roast Beef Roulade
Dijon cream cheese, bacon jam, provolone, greens on tortilla
Spinach & Artichoke Tea Sandwich
parmesan & feta on pumpernickel/rye bread
Desserts
Scottish Shortbread
dipped in dark chocolate, peppermint candies
Rosemary Lemon Cake
thyme mascarpone buttercream
Hazelnut Truffle
espresso, milk chocolate
English Scone
Devonshire cream & strawberry preserves
Tea Pairings
Holiday Winter Spice
a festive black tea blending cinnamon, cloves, dried fruit, herbs & spices
Windsor Marzipan
rooibos tea pairing papaya and almonds for a German-inspired marzipan flavor