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Attend a Roaring Twenties Lawn Party at Castle Hill on the Crane Estate

Flappers and dandies, take note — this outdoor picnic taking place in August is for you.

A photo of folks enjoying a previous Roaring Twenties Lawn Party at Ipswich's Castle Hill on the Crane Estate. Castle Hill at the Crane Estate.

By Cheryl Fenton

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Held on August 3 and 4 and presented by Boston Swing Central and The Trustees of Reservations with the theme of “Reimagine the Jazz Age,” the Roaring Twenties Lawn Party is a two-day celebration of all things vintage at Castle Hill on the Crane Estate in Ipswich.

Attracting thousands in Gatsby-esque apparel, this retro picnic features live music and dancing, performances, lawn games, a vintage faire, a poetry brothel, Vintage Girl Photography, a Charleston contest, Dances by Isadora, Florence’s Fashion Stroll, and more — all set on the lavish swoon-worthy grounds of the Crane Estate. Explore the formal gardens with 1920s jazz in the air, stroll the antique auto show, march in a suffragette parade, take a dance lesson, and enjoy a drink at the Bootlegger’s Garden featuring Mill River Winery, 1634 Meadery, Del’s Lemonade, and True North Ales. This year they’ve also added a watermelon seed spitting and pie eating (this one’s for the kids) contests.

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Guests can pre-order a picnic, visit one of the onsite vendors, or experience afternoon tea in the Italian Garden for sandwiches, sweets, and teas while overlooking the formal garden. There is also a chance to book a mansion tour given by a “Crane family servant” in 1929, as well as engage in “Reimagining the Jazz Age: A discussion of race, social justice, inclusivity, and vintage culture,” a program that kicks off the two-day event by sparking conversation about reimagining a better, more inclusive 2020s for everyone.

Vintage attire is suggested but not required. Remember: a string of beads, a boa, and a fascinator or hat can transform a regular outfit into 1920s chic.

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Advance tickets are required. Tickets will not be available at the venue. Please note that this is a rain or shine event. Dance floors and the vintage fair will be tented.

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