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Shirley Temple’s
Storybook Tea Party

You’re Invited to a Tea Party!
Saturday, April 18
Noon – 2:30 PM
An exclusive one-day-only viewing of a selection of Shirley’s costumes including her iconic red polka dot “Stand up and Cheer!” dress along with additional memorabilia and delicious Afternoon High Tea celebrating Shirley Temple’s Storybook television series!
The series was a children’s anthology hosted and narrated by actress Shirley Temple and featured adaptations of popular fairy tales.
A delicious traditional tea service will be served with special guests sharing experiences on working with Shirley Temple.
Tickets: $45
(includes admission to the galleries
and full afternoon tea)
space is limited
RSVP by April 16 to
[email protected]
This event has been cancelled.
We will be contacting anyone that has already purchased a ticket.
Thank you to our Sponsor!
The Santa Monica History Museum is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.
Our tax ID number is 95-3019295. Donations made to the Santa Monica History Museum are tax deductible to the fullest extent allowable by law.