Wanted New Cards Extra – Boston Tea Party Day.

Wanted Cards – Boston Tea Party Day / December 16

December 16 marks a historic event in American history—the Boston Tea Party of 1773. On that cold night, a group of American colonists, frustrated with taxation without representation, disguised themselves as Native Americans and dumped 342 chests of British tea into Boston Harbor. This act of defiance helped spark the American Revolution and remains a defining moment of protest and independence.

Boston Tea Party Day is observed each year on December 16 to commemorate this iconic act of resistance. It’s a day to reflect on courage, freedom, and the bold spirit of standing up for what you believe in. Greeting cards for this day could be patriotic, humorous, or historical in theme. They could appeal to history buffs, educators, students, or anyone who enjoys celebrating unique national observances.

Where Your Cards Should Go:

• Holidays >> International & National Observations >> Boston Tea Party Day / December 16 (cid#39372)

Card Text Ideas

Patriotic / Historical Tone
Front:

• “No taxation without representation!”
• “December 16, 1773 — The Tea Was Just the Beginning”
• “Boston Harbor: The Steepest Tea in History”
• “Celebrate Freedom. Remember the Boston Tea Party.”

Inside:

• “Raise a cup to the brave acts that brewed a revolution.”
• “On Boston Tea Party Day, we remember those who stood tall for liberty.”
• “Here’s to boldness, freedom, and a splash of history!”
• “The Boston Tea Party—proof that even a tea spill can change the world.”

Humorous / Lighthearted Tone
Front:

• “The Original Tea Spill — 1773”
• “Some like it sweet, some like it strong. Boston liked it… in the harbor.”
• “Happy Boston Tea Party Day — steeped in history!”

Inside:

• “Wishing you a revolutionary day filled with freedom and maybe a spot of tea.”
• “Celebrate Boston Tea Party Day—because sometimes spilling tea IS a good thing!”
• “No taxation, just celebration!”

Design Ideas for Artists

• Historical imagery: Boston Harbor, wooden ships, crates of tea, colonial dress.
• Patriotic elements: American flags, eagles, bold red/white/blue color schemes.
• Whimsical takes: teacups tipping over, floating tea bags with colonial hats, cartoon “rebels” tossing tea.
• Typography-focused: Revolutionary quotes, protest slogans, bold hand-lettering.

Tip for Artists: Just like other quirky observances (like Mole Day or Pi Day), Boston Tea Party Day cards can swing from educational to humorous. Think about audiences—history teachers, students, patriots, or anyone who enjoys a witty nod to history.

Happy Designing!

Corrie