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SUMMARY:A Summer Night at Hildene
DESCRIPTION:About\n\n\nDates:\nThursday\, June 25\, 2026\nThursday\, July 2
 3\, 2026\nThursday\, August 20\, 2026\n\nAttire: Vermont Elegant (Comforta
 ble footwear recommended for farm paths)\n\nExperience the storied eleganc
 e of the Lincoln family legacy during an intimate\, after-hours journey th
 rough the breathtaking 412-acre estate of Hildene. We invite you to step b
 ack in time for a curated evening of historical grandeur\, agricultural wo
 nder and refined flavors.\n\nYour adventure begins at Hildene Farm in the 
 dene. Nestled in the valley\, this working landscape offers a firsthand lo
 ok at Hildene’s commitment to conservation: the sustainable management\,
  protection and restoration of natural and agricultural resources. As you 
 tour the vibrant rows of the kitchen garden and the bustling farmyard\, yo
 u will enjoy a freshly prepared appetizer - featuring ingredients harveste
 d mere feet from where you stand—a true expression of Vermont’s season
 al bounty.\n\nFrom the farm\, you will be transported to the state-of-the-
 art Goat Dairy to meet the award-winning herd of Nubian goats and discover
  the solar-powered facility and creamery that defines Hildene’s artisana
 l spirit. While touring\, guests will sample a bespoke charcuterie spread\
 , highlighting the rich\, velvety textures of signature Vermont goat chees
 es’\n\nYour next steps take you back in time as you approach “Sunbeam\
 ,” Hildene’s restored 1903 Pullman Railcar. Your entrance into the pol
 ished mahogany and brass of this "mansion on wheels" will be accompanied b
 y the sophisticated sounds of live ragtime piano music. Savor a hand-craft
 ed\, refreshing mocktail as you enjoy the elegant ambience of luxurious tr
 ain travel at the turn of the 20th century and learn the dynamic story of 
 the Pullman Porters whose work facilitated the comforts and conveniences e
 xperienced by the passengers and who changed the course of American histor
 y.\n\nTo conclude this memorable evening\, we return to the terraces of th
 e Lincoln home. In the blooming Formal Garden\, with the majestic Battenki
 ll Valley stretching out beneath the sunset\, you will enjoy hors d'oeuvre
 s and a final cocktail hour with complimentary beer and wine\, cash bar fo
 r spirits. It will be a moment to remember\, to reflect on the significant
  legacy of history\, community\, and the enduring beauty of the Southern V
 ermont landscape.\n\n* Upon arrival\, please use Hildene's main entrance o
 n route 7A\, and proceed to the parking lot adjacent to The Welcome Center
 .\n\n* Transportation will be provided to each location throughout the eve
 nt.
LOCATION:1005 Hildene Road\, Manchester Center\, VT 05254
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