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'Celebrate 250' at Cliff House, with a season of immersive programs + culinary creations honoring the nation's semiquincentennial. From hands-on history demonstrations to patriot-inspired dining features, enhance your stay with our 'Celebrate 250' inspired experiences.
HISTORY OF TEA + TEA READINGS | NEW DATES TO BE ANNOUNCED | Perkins Cove Salon
Join Roxie Zwicker, founder of New England Curiosities and bestselling author featured on the History and Travel Channels. In The Lost Teas of the American Revolution, Roxie presents a 30‑minute illustrated program exploring the history, symbolism, and cultural traditions of tea in Colonial and Revolutionary America. Guests will sample historic teas and learn how this everyday beverage shaped a pivotal moment in the nation’s story. The teas guests will get to try include Colonial Bohea, Congou, Young Hyson, Lapsang Souchong + Singlo.
Following the presentation, Roxie will offer guests individual five-minute tea leaf readings. Please contact our concierge at 207.361.6245 for more information.
EAGLE CENTER LIVE | July 20 | 11 AM | Hartwig Theatre
These complimentary sessions have gotten rave reviews. Experience an up-close look at America's most iconic bird species via this live streaming session. Join us in Hartwig Theatre for a visit with the National Eagle Center in Wabasha, MN. Discover fascinating insights into eagle biology, behavior, nesting habits, and the unique stories behind the Center's eagle ambassadors.
The program concludes with a special virtual meet-and-greet with one of the center's eagles, followed by a Q&A session allowing you to deepen your understanding of these remarkable raptors.
HISTORY OF CHOCOLATE DEMONSTRATIONS | July 17 + 31, August 7 + 21
Old York Historical Society | 3 Lindsay Road, York Maine | Estimated Travel Time: 18 minutes
A complimentary presentation that traces the history of chocolate from its Indigenous South American origins to its rise in popularity during the American Revolutionary era, including how cocoa beans were traditionally processed into drinking chocolate. Guests conclude the experience by sampling traditional unsweetened chocolate. The duration of this experience is a 45-60 minute.
On your way back to Cliff House, stop by Long Sands Beach in York Maine or Nubble Lighthouse is always worth a stop!
A VITAMIN SEA FACIAL CELEBRATION
This limited-edition coastal glow ritual features Sapelo's Vitamin C therapy and Epistep needle-free infusion to hydrate, brighten, and revive skin. A hydrating eye mask and nourishing lip treatment complete your summer glow - located in The Spa. For more information + booking instructions click here.
CULINARY CELEBRATIONS OF OUR SEMIQUINCENTENNIAL
The Tiller + The Terrace
Yankee Raw Bar
Whistle Pig Red, White + Blue | Piggybank 10 YR Straight Rye (Limited Edition), Aperol, Luxardo Mar, Fresh Lemon | 38
Nubb's Lobster Shack + Portside Café
Liberty Bell Sundae | Mini Maple Waffle, Ice Cream, Blueberry Compote, Maple Syrup, Maple Whipped Cream | 13
The Maine Coast | CH Hardshore Barrel-Aged Gin, Blueberry, Sea Salt Tincture, Lemon | 23
Resort Wide - Zero Proof
Liberty Lemonade | Blueberry, Lemon, Mint | 12