While the Hill House Museum boasts no shortage of china, one standout piece in our collection is this elegant sterling silver tea set once owned by Ann Lucretia Collins Nash—fondly remembered as Nancy Collins in her youth. As the younger sister of Dr. William Collins and the great-aunt of the prominent Hill siblings, Nancy played an interesting role in local history. At just 15 years old, she was selected to present a wreath and formally welcome General Lafayette at the City Arch during his memorable visit to Portsmouth on October 25, 1824. This silver set stands as a cherished memento of her distinguished family legacy and the historic occasion.