Steeped in History: Spilling the Tea on Colonial America’s Favorite Drink
Venue: Radford Public Library, Radford
Date: Saturday, June 13, 2026
Time: 1:00 - 2:30 PM
Event Types: Food, Miscellaneous, Speaking Engagements
Cost: Free
Description:
The Radford Public Library presents the program "Steeped in History: Spilling the Tea on Colonial America’s Favorite Drink" on Saturday, June 13, 2026.

Learn all about the pivotal role tea played in the Colonial American life and how this famous beverage eventually led to American Independence. We’ll have Cheryl Childress, a historical reenactor, offer a presentation on Colonial American tea customs and history. We’ll also have some freshly brewed tea varieties that would have been popular at the time available for you to try!

Registration is required for this event and space is limited. Call the Radford Public Library at 540-731-3621 or email Aaron Mason at aaron.mason@radfordva.gov to reserve your spot.

Come learn, experience, and taste American history at the Radford Public Library!

Radford Public Library is located at 30 West Main Street in Radford, VA.

For more information, visit: http://www.radfordva.gov/326/Library or https://www.facebook.com/radford.public.library or call 540-731-3621.
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