When Boscobel was built between 1804 and 1808, Thomas Jefferson was among the country’s most prominent taste-makers as well as a statesman. Join Boscobel as we celebrate the dessert that Jefferson helped popularize — ice cream!

Enjoy Boscobel’s Great Lawn with this classic summer sweet in familiar and unusual flavors. (When first served at the White House on July 4th, 1802, popular flavors included apricot, parmesan, and oyster.)

In addition to ice cream, we’ll have The New Hudson Saxophone Quartet performing live music and family-friendly lawn games from the era.

The Historic House Museum will be open for you to explore at your own pace and direction, with expert guides stationed to offer insight and information.

Ice Cream Social – June 30

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