'History Of Tea' Event To Be Held At Westfield Museum

WESTFIELD, NJ — Tea has come to symbolize much more than just a hot drink, according to The Miller-Cory House Museum in Westfield.

Local residents are invited to attend the museum's upcoming event, "A Spot of Tea," which will trace back the history of tea, on Sunday, Jan. 22 from 2 to 4 p.m.

"The story of tea is filled with legends, world history, intrigue and international commerce," the museum states. "From religious ceremonies to political statements, tea has come to symbolize more than just a drink."

The presentation will include history, customs and a display of different tea varieties. Also included is a tour of the museum.

In 1740, a man named Samuel Miller built a farmhouse in what was then called the West Fields of Elizabeth Town.

Today, that house has been transformed into The Miller-Cory House Museum, which is a museum part of the Westfield Historical Society. Its goal is to present an accurate portrayal of life in a certain time period using live interpretation rather than books or photographs, thus providing a more active learning environment.

It is also a "house" museum because it is literally a house that has been transformed into a museum. It has been restored and furnished in order to tell a particular story – of an area, a social class, a way of life, and an historical period.

Admission for the event is $5 for ages 13 and older, $4 ages 3-12 and free under age 3. No reservations are necessary.

The Miller-Cory House Museum is located at 614 Mountain Avenue in Westfield. You can call the museum at 908-232-1776 or email millercorymuseum@gmail.com for more information.

Other upcoming events include a Vintage Valentines plus Story Time and a Craft on Feb. 5 a gingerbread history event on Feb. 19. Check out all the upcoming events here.