The Grand Victorian Ball of 1864

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... Join us for a Victorian High Tea at the Bennett House on Friday at 3:00pm. Attend the authentic melodrama and musical at the Opera House at 7:00pm. The Grand Victorian Ball 1864 is Saturday, commencing at 7:00pm with a promenade on the boardwalk followed by the Grand March and dancing in the Community Center Ballroom. A light repost will served at 9:30pm. Dance to the music of the special orchestra directed by the music historian, Professor R. Alexander James. Classes on dances and customs are provided the afternoon of the ball at 1:00pm and 3:00pm by dance mistress Mme. T.J. Wald. You are encouraged to dress in 1860 - 1880 period costumes but this is not a requirement. All events welcome children.

Special service at historic St. Paul's Episcopal, recalling a service from 1864.

Related events in Nevada City & Virginia City all three days.

Friday: 3:00pm Victorian High Tea at the Bennett House

7:00pm Melodrama and musical at the Opera House

Saturday: 7:00pm Promenade through town

7:30pm Grand March, dancing begins after the march

9:30pm Light repast

Dancing till 11:30pm

Sunday: 11:00am Special service from 1865 at the historic St. Paul's Episcopal

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

Karen Shores: 406-682-4935 or cell 406-431-0714

Bennett House: 406-843-5522 or 406-843-5220