The re-enactors, organized by Charla Schnupp of Floral Park follow a prewritten script written by Schnupp that is a continued story line and dress in period costume and talk about period happenings.

"The script is an ongoing story, though most of the best parts are improvised in the moment; we always recite poetry, play parlor games, discuss the history and we include a time period song," Schnupp explained.

Although they have no formal acting experience, the reenactors have been involved in re-enacting Medieval, Renaissance, Civil War, and WWII for several years.

"I work closely with my husband who also re-enacts the Civil War and WWII as well as running a website called historicalhelp.com," Schnupp said.

"I wanted to do a Victorian re-enactment group tea but when Girly Anne of the Vintage Tea Room offered to hire me to host teas for her, I felt that it was a wonderful opportunity," Schnupp said.  

"In addition to the public events we are also available for hire for private events" Schnupp said.

"We host private events, Red Hatter events, baby and bridal showers, bachelorette parties, adult and children's parties in any time period or in fantasy dress," Schnupp explains. "Additionally we offer dressed educational lectures to school children of all ages."

Lady Anne's Tea Room has been decorated with antiques, bone china, flowers and linens. They offer diners an assortment of tea sandwiches, scones, salads, sweet pastries all served on decorated cake tiers. They can accommodate large and small parties. Walk-ins are welcome, however reservations are recommended for weekends. Their Gift Shoppe offers table lace, candles, photo albums, stationery, cards and journals, home decor, unique gifts, china, home fragrance and jewelry.

"You'll also find beautiful teacups, teapots, Lang cards, handmade cards, gorgeous wreaths, dried florals and decorative accessories, from Victorian elegant country, to shabby chic," its website boasts.

For more information, Lady Anne's Vintage Tea Room & Gift Shoppe is located at 3711 Hempstead Tpke., 750-8283, www.ladyannesvintagetearoom.com. For more information about Living History visit https://victorianreenactors.tripod.com/ or call Charla at (516) 841-6614.

 This article is adaped from the original written by Jamie L. Tomeo of the Farmindale Observer.