Events & Calendars Dickinson Museum: "An Evening of Bliss"

The Emily Dickinson Museum will open the doors of the Homestead and The Evergreens for a rare evening opportunity to see the Dickinson homes decorated for the holidays and recreating pastimes enjoyed by the Dickinson family. "An Evening of Bliss" will feature sweets, savories and cocktails at the Homestead; delivery of poems Dickinson sent to correspondents; music in the Evergreens parlor with renowned pianist Estela Olevsky and celebrated cellist Astrid Schween; and a dining room set for formal dinner. Other exciting offerings include a book signing by Richard Wilbur and a behind-the scenes tour of restoration work in Emily Dickinson's bedroom with modern alterations removed. Tickets for the event cost $100 per person, $175 per couple ($75 per person tax-deductible). For more information, visit www.emilydickinsonmuseum.org/2013tellitslant, email info@emilydickinsonmuseum.org or call 413-542-5311.