On September 9th, I attended the Dundas Museum and Archives' pop-up
exhibit, "Duty and Destiny," which celebrated the historic occasion of Queen
Elizabeth II becoming the longest reigning British monarch.
"A Canadian Tribute to Queen Elizabeth II
A remarkable legacy of royal artefacts"
Left: A George VI Coronation Chair (May 12, 1937)
Right: Queen Elizabeth II Coronation Stool (June 2, 1953)
This bone china cup and saucer were part of the personal service of Queen Victoria
(Minton, circa 1851).
This porcelain cup and saucer were part of the service from "Edward Prince" Ranch, Alberta (circa 1919) which was owned by the Prince of Wales during 1919-1962.
The guests sang "God Save the Queen". Everyone knew the lyrics except for me so I lip synced!
Afterwards, we took a group photo that will be sent to the Queen. Had I known that I would be part of a photo that the Queen may (or may not) see, I would have dressed in fancier attire!
Cake time!
To my disappointment, tea was not served with the delicious cake.
The Canadian 50-cent coins given to the guests as a commemorative keepsake.
I'm joining the following parties this week:
Oh Margie! What a fantastic outing...so glad we could enjoy it ''with'' you through all your lovely pictures! Such gorgeous tea cups too...*smiles*
ReplyDeleteHave a blessed week further...much love!
What great fun seeing all these items and memorabilia. I think this was a nice way to celebrate her reign! So glad you shared at "Tea In The Garden".
ReplyDeleteWhat a great outing, Margie! What did they serve with the cake, a punch? Pity they didn't serve tea as the English like their tea, including the Queen. My son would love one of those fifty cent pieces as he collects coins. I really like the Prince's teacup with the landscape on it. Nice exhibition! Thank you for sharing with us.
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Sandi
That is so neat! What an awesome experience - love all the memorabilia you've shared with us, Margie! Thanks!
ReplyDeleteThat is so neat! What an awesome experience - love all the memorabilia you've shared with us, Margie! Thanks!
ReplyDeleteHow wonderful to attend the exhibit, Margie, but I'm with you and was sad when you weren't served tea along with the cake. At least your received a commemorative coin, which was a nice touch. I so love going along with you on these outings.
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun visit. Love looking at all her tea cups. Have a wonderful week. Blessings, Martha
ReplyDeleteWhat an interesting exhibit! I like the title of it. I'm always fascinated with teaware produced to commemorate occasions or people. So clever to give the coins as keepsakes. Too bad about the lack of tea...very un-British. (Perhaps the museum didn't have a kitchen facility to heat the water.) Glad you were able to attend this exhibit.
ReplyDeleteThanks for posting the pictures of that great exhibit.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great outing, Margie. I love looking at china sets and reading about who owned them and such. Glad you had cake, but no tea - that's not proper!
ReplyDeleteWhat an interesting visit! Are these pieces always at the museum? Very nice china sets. We used to have to sing God Save the Queen and O Canada every morning! I wonder now if I still remember the words. Years ago my grandmother donated some glass pieces to the the same museum (if this is the one just east of the downtown core). I often wondered if they still were there. Maybe one day I'll pop back to Valley Town and do a little memory lane tour ;)
ReplyDeleteWendy
This would have been an interesting event to attend, how amazing that Queen Elizabeth has surpassed Queen Victoria in length of reign!
ReplyDeleteThanks for linking to Mosaic Monday Margie.
Oh I would love to see this exhibit. Such a pretty collection honoring Queen Elizabeth. I just can
ReplyDeletet believe it has been that long and she still looks wonderful. Such a gracious and highly intelligent woman. I did visit the UK a few years ago and was able to see the crown jewels ad that was a trip I will never forget.
Thank you for sharing.
Janet
Such a fascinating exhibition, Margie! There were really beautiful items and even the cakes and the paper napkins were so pretty.
ReplyDeleteIt would be interesting to know whether the Queen will see the group photo. :) The Private Secretary's Office seems to be very efficient; I think she will...
Have a lovely day!
Hi Margie,
ReplyDeleteYou are always going somewhere interesting! I must get out more. Lol. Lovely pics! Happy Tea Day and Have a Wonderful Week! Karen
Hi Margie,
ReplyDeleteYou are always going somewhere interesting! I must get out more. Lol. Lovely pics! Happy Tea Day and Have a Wonderful Week! Karen
Oh how wonderful! What a great celebration.
ReplyDeleteI love this post! Fantastic photos. :)
ReplyDeleteI love England and you are a lucky one for trips. Great celeb too and what fun to be there just in time.
ReplyDeleteLove all your photos. Thanks for sharing.
Hugs,
FABBY