Tea time at Sprague

TRYING IT ON: Pictured is historical interpreter Patricia Perry putting a corset on Elise Carlson, a member of the audience. Perry explained that when a corset is put on properly, it will not be uncomfortable.

FULL HOUSE: On April 2, there was a full house at the Cranston Historical Society’s 3rd Annual Victorian Tea at Sprague Mansion. They gathered to hear about “Undergarments Through the Ages” presented by Patricia Perry.

HER CUP OF TEA: Ana Vargas enjoyed her tea during the Cranston Historical Society’s 3rd Annual Victorian Tea at Sprague Mansion. She dressed up for the occasion with her hat.

The Cranston Herald · Wednesday, April 12, 2017 6:26 pm

Approximately 50 people attended the Cranston Historical Society’s 3rd Annual Victorian Tea held at the Sprague Mansion on April 2.

The traditional Victorian tea included an informative and entertaining presentation by historical interpreter Patricia Perry. She presented "Undergarments Through the Ages" which featured various undergarments worn by men and women in history. She also told some fascinating stories to the audience about each undergarment and how they are made and worn.

Perry, who owns Sneak Peek Productions, does 20 different performances that are all based on history. Perry refers to her job as “edutainment,” which means while you are having fun, you are learning.

On the menu at the Tea was four different types of sandwiches, scones, desserts and tea.