Christmas Preview Night — Exclusive First Look (Ticketed)
Sunday, November 1, 2026 · 4–7 p.m.
Be the very first to experience our fully decorated galleries. Light food and refreshments are included with your ticket. Availability is limited, so reserve your spot in advance.
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2026 Christmas Open House
The 2026 Christmas Open House starts Wednesday, November 4th, and runs through Saturday, November 7th. Open House hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. We will be closed November 2–3 to prepare.
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We look forward to seeing you.
Third Annual Christmas Royal Tea
Saturday, December 19, 2026 · Noon–2 p.m.
$85 per person, gratuity included
Elegant Life and SOS for Addictions invite you to a Nutcracker-themed Christmas Royal Tea in the Georgian Room at Wakefield-Scearce Galleries, historic Science Hill, 525 Washington Street, Shelbyville, KY 40065.
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Your Royal Tea experience
Check in at the courtyard and enjoy a sparkling, spiritless welcome featuring TÖST botanical champagne. Your afternoon includes premium seasonal loose-leaf teas served in vintage china, with a three-tiered selection of tea sandwiches and savory bites, freshly baked scones with clotted cream and preserves, and festive sweets, including Elegant Life’s bourbon-less bourbon balls.
Lisa Board of Elegant Life will share tea history, traditions, and etiquette, along with the history of Science Hill. Arrive early to explore the festive galleries and specialty shops and take holiday photos. Holiday attire, hats, and fascinators are encouraged. The shops and galleries remain open until 4 p.m.
Tickets and seating
Advance ticket purchase is required. Tables seat four, six, or eight. Tickets purchased in one order will be seated together. To request seating with guests who purchased separately, contact Kim@sosforaddictions.org. Tickets are non-refundable but transferable.
Proceeds benefit SOS for Addictions and its work in education, reducing stigma, and supporting community recovery programs.
