Edenton Tea Party 250th Anniversary

Overview

On October 25, 1774, an event of international importance occurred in Edenton, North Carolina, when 51 women penned their names to a resolution against the British Empire, forming the earliest known political action written and organized by women in America.

Beginning in October 2023, the Edenton Historical Commission will host a year-long celebration of the 250th anniversary of this groundbreaking moment.

Upcoming Events

Edenton Tea Party Trolley Tour-SOLD OUT FOR 2023

Featuring Costumed Interpreters as the Signers of the Resolves and a Reception at a Private Home Associated with a Signer

Dates for 2023 are October 27th and 28th from 2:30-5:00 PM

Tickets are $25.00 Plus Tax

Please Note-Tickets are Non-Refundable

“Centuries of Famous Women” Community Christmas Trees

December 1-31, 2023

Cupola House Gardens

Annual Christmas Parade: “A Colonial Christmas”

December 9, 2023 at 10:00 AM

Downtown Edenton

Past Events

Edenton Tea Party 250th Kickoff Celebration

Featuring Dr. R. Scott Stephenson of the Museum of the American Revolution

October 26, 2023 at 6:00 PM at Historic St. Paul’s Church

Garden of Eden Club Luncheon: A Colonial Celebration of the 250th Anniversary of the Edenton Tea Party

Featuring Demonstrations by Rachel Fortune and Michael Brown of Tildy Floral Designs, New Bern