A STEP BACK IN TIME, 1860s, come to Virginia City, Montana. Learn about the influence of the Civil War in Montana's early history. Experience the fashions and customs of this era. Help celebrate the 150th Anniversary of the Montana Historical Society.

Join us for a Victorian High Tea at the Bennett House on Friday. Attend the authentic melodrama at the Opera House at 7:00pm. The Grand Victorian Ball 1864 is Saturday starting at 6:30pm with boardwalk promenade followed by the Grand March and dancing in the Community Center Ballroom at 7pm. A light repast will be served at 9:30pm. Dance to period music provided by music historian, Professor R. Alexander James and his orchestra. Classes on dances and customs are provided the afternoon of the ball at 1:00pm and 2:00pm. 1860's-1880's period costumes are required to attend the Grand Ball, but not a requirement for spectators. All events welcome children. To order tickets online use our web address. www.virginiacitygrandvictorianball.com

Service at historic St. Paul's Episcopal Church 9am

Related events in Nevada City & Virginia City all three days. If you would like further information please contact by phone.

Friday: 4:00pm Victorian High Tea at the Bennett House

7:00pm Melodrama and musical at the Opera House

Saturday: 6:30pm Promenade through town

7:00pm Grand March, dancing begins after the Grand March

9:30pm Light repast Dancing till 11:00pm

Sunday: 9:00am Service at the historic St. Paul's Episcopal Church

Afternoon - Dillon Jr. Fiddlers performing on the Pankey House Lawn

If you would like further information please visit our website or contact by phone.

If you can not make this date please consider attending the The Grand Victorian Ball for Peace 1865 in August.

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