About Spill the Tea: Lecture Series

Join us for Spill the Tea, a new outdoor lecture series at Naumkeag offering an engaging blend of history, storytelling, and afternoon tea set within the estate’s iconic gardens.

The program begins at 4:00PM with an informal tea service on the Arborvitae Allee, featuring a selection of Harney & Sons teas and light snacks (vegan and gluten free options will be available). At 4:30PM, grab a seat on the top lawn for that month’s lecture. Each session will highlight a different topic—so there’s always something new to discover. The lecture will last approximately one hour, and following the talk, guests are invited to visit our pop-up bar to enjoy a cocktail or non-alcoholic beverage at an additional fee. The property will remain open until 6:30PM.

2026 Series Topics:

6/27- Ghosts of the Gilded Age

7/18- The Life and Times of Joseph Choate

Please plan to arrive at least 15 minutes before the program begins. Your ticket includes same-day admission to Naumkeag’s house and grounds, as well as the tea and light snacks. The house closes to the public at 4:00PM; if you would like time to explore the house before the program, you are welcome to arrive earlier in the day.

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