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Guided Tour: Our House Museum (September, October, April, and May) (133 k)
Description: Costumed interpreters will guide students through the three-story Our House Tavern, the outside kitchen, and courtyard. They will learn of the history of Henry Cushing, the man who built the tavern in 1819 and of the building itself. The history of Gallipolis will be discussed.

Workshop: Etiquette Class (September, October, April, and May)
(107 k)
Description: During the Victorian era the practice of good etiquette was an important asset. Students will be instructed how a lady or gentleman abided by the rules of protocol, social calls, and table manners in a polite society.

Workshop: Victorian Tea Party (September, October, April, and May)
(106 k)
Description: As students participate in a tea party planned for them, they will receive a history of the English teatime, high tea, and pink teas. They will learn of the manners required at such a social event. Following the tea, Victorian games will be played.