Who do I contact if I have questions?

Call 401-884-1776 or email house@varnumcontinentals.org.

Can I tour the Varnum House if I attend the chocolate-making demonstration?

Of course, a house tour is included!

If I'm not able to attend one of the chocolate-making demonstrations, can I still buy chocolate?

Yes. You can buy all the chocolate you want, but we won't have a seat for you at the demonstration.

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Sunday, March 23

HISTORY IS SWEET II: 18th Century Chocolate-Making Demo & Open House Tours

Varnum House Museum will host two immersive 18th-century chocolate making demonstrations put on by Pewter Pot Fine Spiced Chocolates.

By Varnum House Museum

Date and time

Sunday, March 23 · 11am - 3pm EDT

Location

Varnum House Museum, Peirce Street, East Greenwich, RI, USA

57 Peirce Street East Greenwich, RI 02818

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 3 days before event

Agenda

11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Open-House Tours of the Varnum House Museum

Varnum House Museum

FREE ADMISSION but donations encouraged. The Varnum House Museum will be open for tours from 11 AM to 3:00 PM. Our collection of artifacts and exhibits provides a fascinating glimpse into the culture...

11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Chocolate-Making Demonstrations Starting at 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM

Pewter Pot Fine Spiced Chocolates

Discover the secrets of how chocolate was made and enjoyed centuries ago! The Varnum House Museum will host skilled chocolatiers from Pewter Pot to guide you through the traditional techniques used i...

About this event

Event lasts 4 hours

HISTORY IS SWEET II: 18th Century Chocolate Making Demo & Open House Tours

To answer your first question ... of course there will be samples.

DEMONSTRATION OF CHOCOLATE MAKING IN EARLY AMERICA

On Sunday, March 23, the Varnum House Museum will host two immersive 18th-century chocolate making demonstrations put on by The Pewter Pot Fine Spiced Chocolates. Discover the secrets of how chocolate was made and enjoyed centuries ago! The Varnum House Museum is the perfect backdrop for a historic chocolate making adventure. At this event, skilled chocolatiers in period attire will guide you through the traditional techniques used in the 1700s.

In addition to the demonstration, The Pewter Pot will have a wide range of chocolates, sweets, and other chocolate products available for sale. Looking for a last-minute Valentine's Day gift for that special someone? We've got you covered!

These two demonstrations are ticketed events. Please see below for details.

CHOCOLATE DEMO TICKETS & INFORMATION:

Two one-hour sessions are scheduled for 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM. Tickets are $15 per attendees. There are 25 spots for each session, so reserve your spot today! To buy tickets, visit our EventBrite listing for this event.

OPEN-HOUSE TOURS OF THE VARNUM HOUSE

March 23 won't be all about chocolate! The Varnum House Museum will be open to the public for tours from 11 AM to 3:00 PM. Explore the Varnum House Museum where each room tells a story about life in the 18th century, particularly in Rhode Island. Our collection of artifacts and exhibits provides a fascinating glimpse into the culture of the 18th century and the life of the man who built the house, General James Mitchell Varnum!

Touring the museum during the open house is free, but donations are greatly appreciated!

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