BATH, N.C. — Valentine’s Day cards have been around since the 1400s. In fact, the first Valentine’s Day cards were sent by Charles, Duke of Orleans, who was being held prisoner in England, to his wife back in France. By the 19^th century Valentine’s Day cards could be found in just about any stationary shop.

Historic Bath invites you to come to a very special Victorian Valentine’s Workshop, Thursday, Feb. 8, at 10 a.m. Learn the interesting history of the holiday and make your very own Victorian Valentine. Cost for the workshop is $10; pre-registration is required as space is limited.

For additional information on the program and Historic Bath, please call (252) 923-3971. Historic Bath is located at 207 Carteret St. and is within the Division of State Historic Sites of the N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources.