There Was a Swingin’ Art Deco Tea Party Aboard the Queen Mary This Weekend

Jared CowanCulture

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On Sunday, art deco enthusiasts of all ages took to the Queen's Salon aboard the Queen Mary for a wild afternoon tea party that closed out the 13th annual Art Deco Festival. Before the music, dancing and libations began, folks strolled through the Vintage Bazaar along the boat's Promenade Deck.

All photos by Jared Cowan. Follow Jared on Twitter at @JaredCowan1.

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