We had a lot of fun decorating the room with items which might have been used in a Civil War Christmas celebration.
The dramatic presentation “Christmas in Winchester” took our guests through five Christmases at the McGuire Home (1861-1865) and emphasized the importance of courage and family love.
Here’s a few photos of the event – and Happy Christmas (in July)!
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Christmas in July Tea and Educational Event
Christmas in July Tea and Educational Event
Christmas in July Tea and Educational Event
Photographs of Hugh and Sallie McGuire, Christmas in July Tea and Educational Event
Wooden Sleigh and Photographs of Hunter and Mary McGuire, Christmas in July Tea and Educational Event
Civil War Era Christmas Tree (Re-creation)
The Union Soldier Table, Christmas in July Tea and Educational Event
The Jackson Table, Christmas in July Tea and Educational Event
The Jones Family Table, Christmas in July Tea and Educational Event
Cornelia P. McDonald Table, Christmas in July Tea & Educational Event
Sarah Kay Bierle & Susan C. Bierle – McGuire Home Winchester Virginia Civil War Living History
