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Washington Regency Society News – 2026
Posted on January 25, 2026 by WRS News in Events, News.January, in the Year 2026 The Washington Regency Society is pleased to announce that our latest Newsletter has been conveyed by electronic post, containing particulars of the engagements and diversions planned for the coming year. A selection of these forthcoming amusements is included for your […]
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Time to renew your WRS Membership for 2026
Posted on January 20, 2026 by WRS News in Costuming, Events, News, Regency.All WRS memberships expire on December 31 each year. If you have not already purchased your membership for 2026 here is an easy link. You can access Membership sign up/Renewals at this link here: WRS 2026 Membership Your membership helps the WRS secure venues and provides the funds for hosting amazing events. It also covers […]
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SEABECK REGENCY RETREAT 2026
Posted on January 10, 2026 by WRS News in News.Join us for a Regency Retreat in picturesque Seabeck, Washington, at the Seabeck Conference Center. The Center, originally a 19th century mill town, is situated on 90 wooded acres overlooking Hood Canal and the Olympic Mountains. Retreat sales are now open for WRS Members. Sign up for the Retreat here! Dates: February 26 to March […]
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Today’s the day…
Posted on January 3, 2026 by WRS News in Costuming, Dancing, Events, Regency.Today’s the day to celebrate Jane Austen’s 250th Birthday and dance the night away! See you in a few hours.
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Happy New Year!
Posted on January 3, 2026 by WRS News in Events, News, Regency.Happy New Year from the Washington Regency Society Board Members! Auld Lang Syne Who hasn’t sung this famous song when the clock strikes midnight? Did you know the song became popular for New Year’s celebrations in the Regency? After a long tradition of being sung during the Scottish celebration of Hogamany on New Year’s Eve, the […]
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Are you Ball Ready?
Posted on January 2, 2026 by WRS News in Costuming, Dancing, Events, Regency.Is your dress ironed, dancing shoes polished, and feathers fluffed? We’re so excited to see you tomorrow (Saturday)! Dance practice starts promptly at 2:45 pm. Doors open for the ball at 6 pm. See you tomorrow at Wells Hall, Christ Church Episcopal Church located at 310 North K Street, Tacoma.
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Join us in celebrating Jane Austen’s 250th Birthday!
Posted on December 30, 2025 by WRS News in Costuming, Dancing, Events, Regency.Just over one week to go and have just a few more spots for this year’s WRS Annual 12th Night Ball. Make sure to reserve your spot and join us in celebrating Jane Austen’s 250th Birthday! Twelfth Night Ticket Sales | Washington Regency Society
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Season’s Greetings from WRS!
Posted on December 23, 2025 by WRS News in Costuming, Dancing, Events, News, Regency.‘”I sincerely hope your Christmas….may about in the gaieties which the season generally brings.” Jane Austen WRS wishes you all a very Holiday season! Hoping we can celebrate the Twelfth Night with you at our ball January 4! Twelfth Night Ticket Sales | Washington Regency Society
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Looking for a wonderful gift for the holidays?
Posted on December 16, 2025 by WRS News in Costuming, Dancing, Events, News, Regency.Looking for a wonderful gift for the holidays? Why not consider a ticket to the WRS Annual 12th Night Ball? And buy a ticket for yourself too. Twelfth Night Ticket Sales | Washington Regency Society
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Regency Gingerbread – Spiced Cake & Biscuits
Posted on December 13, 2025 by WRS News in Food, Recipes.Here’s a delightful Regency-era inspired recipe for Gingerbread, a versatile treat that could be served soft like cake or crisp like biscuits—depending on the occasion and the baker’s hand. Gingerbread was a beloved treat in the Regency period, often flavored with treacle or molasses and warmly spiced. It could be baked into soft loaves or […]
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