The LSU Rural Life Museum and the LSU Textile and Costume Museum will jointly present Afternoon Tea, Fashion and Fancies on Saturday, February 23 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the museum visitor center.

Afternoon tea will be served with an assortment of sandwiches and pastries, followed by a fashion show featuring Mardi-Gras costumes..

Guests will experience a typical English style tea and a wonderful array of door prizes. The fashion show will add a unique element to the afternoon.

The LSU Rural Life Museum, often referred to as “Louisiana’s best kept secret,” is located on property donated to LSU by Ione, Steele and Pike Burden. Founded in 1970, special care has been taken to preserve the rural setting and feel of “days gone by,” as part of the Burden Family’s vision for the museum and gardens. The Rural Life Museum provides insight into the largely forgotten lifestyles and cultures of 18th and 19th century Louisianans. It has the largest collection of material culture of 19th century Louisiana and includes 32 historic buildings spread over the 25 acre complex.