Presidents’ Day: Cacao With the Founders

A cozy and tasty celebration for Presidents’ Day! Learn about colonial hot chocolate with early American chocolate enthusiasts President George Washington and First Lady Martha Washington, as portrayed by historical interpreters, and chat with President James Madison and First Lady Dolley Madison. In between sips of cocoa, visit hands-on stations to learn about chocolate’s journey to the colonies, its role in the American Revolution, and its importance to the new nation. Afterwards, visit the new exhibition Meet the Presidents to learn more! Also: Pick up a Presidential History Hunt, available all weekend long.

 











When: Mon., Feb. 17, 2020 at 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Where: New-York Historical Society
170 Central Park West
212-873-3400
Price: Free
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A cozy and tasty celebration for Presidents’ Day! Learn about colonial hot chocolate with early American chocolate enthusiasts President George Washington and First Lady Martha Washington, as portrayed by historical interpreters, and chat with President James Madison and First Lady Dolley Madison. In between sips of cocoa, visit hands-on stations to learn about chocolate’s journey to the colonies, its role in the American Revolution, and its importance to the new nation. Afterwards, visit the new exhibition Meet the Presidents to learn more! Also: Pick up a Presidential History Hunt, available all weekend long.

 

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