Visitors to the Merchant’s House on 30th December 2010 enjoyed an exclusive trip back in time as Christmas was celebrated ‘Tudor style’ for the first time in over 400 years.
Thanks to a dedicated team of staff, volunteers and advisors, the house was adorned with Tudor evergreen garlands and boughs,tables set out with the best family pewter and rooms illuminated by the gentle glow of candlelight.
Families and children were given food for thought as they discovered how they might have celebrated Christmas in a Tudor household. Later in the evening visitors were treated to a true taste of a Tudor Christmas with mynce pies and hypocras made using authentic recipes from the period.
One visitor said ‘It was great to be given the chance to find out how people living in my home town would have celebrated the festive period 400 years ago. I can’t believe I’ve never been here before!’
This event also marked the completion and installation of some of our newest furnishings including a trestle table, four benches and four 16th century style wooden chests, all of which have been custom made and handcrafted by skilled local craftsmen.
For information about developments in the Merchant’s House project or to find out more about the historical events scheduled for 2011, keep an eye on our blog or visit our website : www.johnmooremuseum.org
