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The BHA is pleased to announce the 2020 Theobald Award to honor a person, business, or project that exemplifies local preservation. Click here for more information and the nomination form.
Theobald Award for Historic Preservation: CALL FOR NOMINATIONS
The BHA is pleased to announce the 2020 Theobald Award to honor a person, business, or project that exemplifies local preservation. Click here for more information and the nomination form.
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Victorian Tea at the Briggle House
Schedule
CANCELLED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
typically offered select dates year-round and by private request
Cost & Reservations
Regularly Scheduled Teas: $40/adult (ages 13+) $20/child (ages 4-12)
Private Teas: $50/person (5 person or $250 minimum); private tour fee does NOT apply; 7 day cancellation for a full refund
Where to park
There is not designated parking for the Briggle House. You may park at the Breckenridge Grand Vacations Community Center at 103 South Harris Street. Or visit the Breck Park website for information on current locations and fees.
Where to meet
104 North Harris Street, Breckenridge, CO 80424
About the tour (currently unavailable)
The Briggle family represented the top 1% in early day Breckenridge. In the Briggle house and other upper class residences, Victorian customs and status were of utmost importance. On this tea and tour, you're invited to afternoon tea at Mrs. Kathleen Briggle's house. Explore her classic Victorian home, learn about unique Victorian customs and hear stories about what mountain life was like for women in early 1900s Breckenridge. Enjoy authentic tea and treats in the Briggle dining room.
What to expect
This is an indoor event. A tour guide will show you around the Briggle home and then you'll be seated for a tea service. Click here for more FAQs.
Best for
Small groups of all ages, grandparents, parents and children. This tour is most popular with women but we welcome men as well! This is a good summer afternoon activity when summer rainstorms are common or a nice winter activity for those who don't ski or need a break from skiing. We can also create a private tea for your group with advance notice. Great for bridal groups, family reunions and corporate groups. We can accommodate up to 14 people.
What guests say
"What an amazing event! I have lived in CO for 25 years and learned so much about our history in just a few short hours while sipping on tea with my daughters 11 and 13. Such a great experience!"
"An interesting tour of a historical home in Breckenridge. Our knowledgeable "hostess" provided many details of life in a mining town at the turn of the 20th century. After a fun short course in proper tea etiquette we enjoyed a delicious afternoon tea."
Did you know?
Although Kathleen and William had no children of their own, Kathleen was a busy socialite. She played and taught several musical instruments to local children and contributed to a "High Altitude" cookbook, published in 1908.
dates, times, and prices subject to change without notice; all activities weather dependent