Join us for our Annual “Taste of Time” Thanksgiving Dinner | Sunday, November 15, 2:00 PM

Come share a table, a toast, and a tradition at our annual Thanksgiving Dinner in the historic Webb Barn, supporting the preservation and education mission of the Webb Deane Stevens Museum. 

A beloved annual tradition returns: an intimate journey through centuries of American culinary heritage, from the landmark houses to a family-style feast in the Webb Barn, in support of preservation that keeps this history alive. 

Travel through the centuries as you join fellow revelers for a family-style feast inspired by 18th-century traditions and culminating in present day culinary classics. Savor heritage recipes from the earliest days of our nation through to contemporary New England cuisine.

The Host Committee also invites you to special pre-meal champagne reception in the Silas Deane House at 1:00 PM at the Patron level and above. Enjoy hors d’oeuvres from our founding years and period music performed by harpist Linda Traue, a member of the 5th Connecticut Regiment Revolutionary War reenactors.

VIP Reception and 17th-century kickshaw: 1:00 PM

“A Taste of Time” Thanksgiving Feast: 2:00 PM

SAMPLE MENU*

First Course | 1700-1800s

Plated | Oysters Rockefeller on a Bed of Greens

For Sharing | Smoked Trout Pate with Rustic Dark Breads

Second Course | 1900s 

Honey Glazed Roasted Quail

Brined & Roasted Turkey Breast

Fresh Cranberry Relish

Roasted Chippolini Onions

Chesnut & Sage Pork Stuffing

Third Course | 2000s

Beef Short Rib with Celery Root Puree

Local Heirloom Squashes

Dessert |1600s

Indian Corn Pudding & Parmesean Ice Cream

Menu catered by Ani’s Table & Marketplace

Wines furnished by Vino Crudo

*This is a sample menu, and is subject to change. 

TICKETS

A VIP reception transports you back to our founding years, featuring a champagne toast and 17th-century kickshaw.

Your Support: Your ticket helps us preserve and protect the landmark homes that are the hallmark of the Webb Deane Stevens Museum. With your support, we can continue to connect our founding ideals to our present, build upon and interpret our unique collections, and inspire meaningful conversations about the past and its relevance to today. Thank you.

SPONSOR “A TASTE of TIME”: Gain visibility for your brand and message while supporting the preservation and education mission of the Webb Deane Stevens Museum. To learn more about sponsorship, call the Museum at 860.529.0612 x106 or visit https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/wds-museum-thanksgiving-dinner-a-taste-of-time-sponsorship