Timeline
15:51
Grab a pint at Dorchester Brewing Company. The tap system holds house brews and local partners, making it a relaxed spot to start the evening before the light fades.
16:16
Walk to the Shirley-Eustis House. Arrive early enough to see the interior, but keep your eyes on the western exposure. The house is one of the last remaining mansions of royal governors in the US.
16:36
Step out onto the grounds or porch. At 16:36, the sun sets toward the WSW, casting a final golden glow over the historic structure and the surrounding neighborhood.
17:06
Suya Joint All African Cuisine
Head to Suya Joint for dinner. The lively atmosphere with African hip-hop and R&B videos playing on the big screen provides a vibrant contrast to the quiet history of the house.
Local tip
The Shirley-Eustis House is only open Thursday through Sunday from 13:00 to 16:00. You must arrive before 16:00 to enter. If you miss the opening window, the exterior viewing is still possible, but you cannot go inside.
Check before you go
- Shirley-Eustis House hours: Th-Su 13:00-16:00.
- Dorchester Brewing Company hours: Tu-Sa 11:30-23:00; Su 11:30-21:00.
- Suya Joint hours: Tu-Th 12:00-22:00; Fr,Sa 11:30-24:00; Su 14:00-22:00.
Worth knowing
- Dorchester Brewing Company is open at 15:51 only on Tu, We, Th, Fr, Sa, Su
- Suya Joint All African Cuisine is open at 17:06 only on Tu, We, Th, Fr, Sa, Su
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