The Institute for Victorian Living: Parlor and Lawn Games

An Afternoon of High Society Recreation Awaits

Your devoted correspondent is breathless with anticipation over the social engagement of the season: an afternoon of games, leisure, and high society frivolity upon the verdant grounds of Black Point Estate, that most resplendent of lakefront manors. On this July afternoon, old acquaintances and new shall convene upon storied grounds to rediscover the recreational arts of high Victorian society—guests are cordially encouraged to arrive in their summer finest, be it of historical accuracy or otherwise, and familiarize themselves with the noble disciplines of croquet and lawn bowling. Those of high repute must, as they say, take a “swing” at things themselves.

Upon the veranda, our gracious hosts shall also introduce guests to parlor games of the era—diversions which modern minds have perhaps too hastily dismissed as the province of children, for they once served as the very scaffolding of adult society. Light refreshments shall be provided to sustain the frivolity into the evening, and as the golden hour approaches, the estate’s first floor will be made available for self-guided tours to interested parties.

Come and experience Black Point Estate as it was always intended: through laughter, play, and the very particular pleasure of a summer evening well spent.

Check-in is at Reek School and you will be transported to Black Point Estate.