Calendar of Events 2008 The New Hope Historical Society sponsors several events each year. These events are not only to raise additional funds for the organization, but as a relaxing way to get to know your neighbors. All events except the Benjamin Parry Birthday Party, the Membership Meeting, and the Holiday Tea are open to the general public. Click here for 2006 Calendar Click here for 2007 Calendar   Sunday, March 2         5 to 7 p.m. Benjamin Parry's 251st Birthday Party              at the Parry Mansion*  Mondays  April 7, 14, 21, and 28               Spring Lecture Series Locations and topics to be announced   Saturday, May 3                  Parry Mansion Museum        opens public tour season    Saturday, May 31   Noon        New Hope History Day  Saturday, June 7  11 a.m. to 5 p.m.       15th Annual Garden Tour  Monday, June 16  5 p.m. to 8 p.m.          Spring Garden Party       on the Parry Mansion Lawn  Sunday, July 6  Noon to 3 p.m.                       Annual Picnic        on the Parry Mansion Lawn       Bring your picnic lunch and                blankets or chairs.  Wednesday, October 1  7 a.m.               37th Annual Cultural & Historical Coach Tour  Friday, October 3  6 p.m.  50th Anniversary Celebration           Dinner and auction           at Hotel du Village  Sunday, November 2               Parry Mansion Museum      closes public tour season  Thursday, November 20   6 p.m.          Annual Membership           Meeting & Dinner *   Sunday, December 7  4 to 7 p.m.       Holiday "Spirited" Tea*  Saturday and Sunday  December 13 and 14  1 to 4 p.m.           Victorian Christmas               Open House          at the Parry Mansion