Tag: History
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Drop-In History: Black History Month
Black individuals were enslaved by the Wornall family at the John Wornall House. Join us on the first day of Black History Month to remember their experiences and learn about […]
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Drink Your History – Aromatic Archives: Coffee
Did you know that coffee was as valuable as gold during the colonial era? This ‘fuel of the Enlightenment’ is the subject of an upcoming event at Wornall/Majors House Museums. Your $30 ticket not only gets you local coffee samples and a coffee cocktail but also a seat for an […]
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Drop-In History: President’s Days
Celebrate Presidents Day in a whole new way at the John Wornall House Museum! For one day only, we’re opening our doors to showcase presidential memorabilia and artifacts not typically […]
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Drink Your History: Rum Chronicles
Raise your glass to rum, one of North America’s original liquors! Enjoy a curated rum tasting and discover how this drink influenced everything from piracy to global commerce. Grab your […]
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Drink Your History: The Story of Root Beer
From its herbal beginnings to today’s craft resurgence, root beer has a story to tell. Sample a selection of craft root beers and enjoy a lively history talk that brings […]
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Drop-in History: Victorian Christmas Traditions
When Christmas trees gained popularity in the Victorian era, they were commonly decorated with lit candles. From cards to presents, many of the Christmas traditions we celebrate today started in […]
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Drop-in History: Civil War Reenactor
Step back to October 23, 1864, on the Battle of Westport at the John Wornall House. The museum will stay open late for a special event with reenactor Richard Spacek. […]
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Victorian Etiquette Trivia
Do you have a pension for protocol? Would Queen Victoria be impressed with your courtesy? Show your knowledge at Victorian Etiquette Trivia hosted by Wornall/Majors House Museums. We will quiz you […]
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Summer Author Series (Cancelled)
Wornall/Majors’ popular book club is going in person! From historic fiction to newly illuminated true stories, there is a book for every reader this summer. Join us three times this […]
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Summer Author Series
Wornall/Majors’ popular book club is going in person! From historic fiction to newly illuminated true stories, there is a book for every reader this summer. Join us three times this […]