Castle in the Clouds hosts a roaring 1920s gala

MOULTONBOROUGH — Castle in the Clouds is traveling back in time 100 years to the 1920s for a night of Gatsby-era music, dancing and fun to support restoration of the historic Lucknow estate on Wednesday, Aug. 25. Anyone can purchase tickets to “A Roaring 1920s Gala” and guests are encouraged to wear flapper dresses and dapper attire or whatever is comfortable for the fun night ahead. “This event is one of few that include cocktails and hors d’oeuvres on the Castle lawn in the evening, which is a really special experience,” says Program Coordinator and Interpretive Manager, Mackenzie Padula. “Guests will also enjoy a buffet dinner, live music by the band Clandestine, and a live auction, with proceeds supporting the restoration and educational work that we do.”

This year’s auction includes eight unique Castle experiences: a cocktail party on the Lucknow lawn, dinner in the mansion’s dining room, Carriage House dinner party, Carriage House holiday party, Director’s Tour and cocktails, Curator’s Tour and lunch, a sunset picnic on the lawns of Lucknow, and fishing for trout in Shannon Pond. “We aim to include experiences that are above and beyond every day offerings,” explains Executive Director Charles Clark. “People often express that when they visit the Castle and grounds, they feel like they could live here. Offering opportunities to experience more private moments at Castle in the Clouds gives auction winners a taste of what it was like living here and the lifestyle that Tom and Olive Plant enjoyed in the early-to-mid 1900s.” Reservations for the event are required by August 14th and may be made over the phone at 603-476-5410 or on the Castle’s website.

For more information or to learn more about upcoming programs and events, call 603-476-5900 or visit castleintheclouds.org.