Homeroom
The heart of the house — tables, conversation, and a proper place to settle in.
New Kent, Virginia
Old School Cider House
A historic schoolhouse pouring Virginia cider, plating local favorites, and keeping a seat for the neighborhood.
New Kent, Virginia
Welcome to Providence Forge.
In Providence Forge, where New Kent County still keeps its historic bones, a 1920s schoolhouse keeps its chalkboards while setting its tables for supper. Old School Cider House is now the town’s dining room, living room, and gathering place — a place built for the community, in a building neighbors already know by heart.
Jackie and Mark Smith opened the doors in September 2025 after years of bringing the building back to life. The cider is Virginia. The rooms still have names. The report cards are on the tables if you want to leave a grade.
Our story
Take a seat
School's Out. Cider's In.
Each room keeps a piece of the building’s first life. Some have restaurant tables. Some have couches and books. All of them are available for birthdays, book clubs, showers, and the kind of gathering that needs a door you can close.
Call to reserve a room
The Library
Sofas, books, and a quieter corner. Built for lingering over a flight.
The Cafeteria
Where plates land and friends gather. Sandwiches, salads, and shareables.
Teacher's Lounge
A little more tucked away — ideal for a small celebration or a private toast.
From the kitchen
Full menu
A few house favorites
Shareable
Miss Jackie's Crab Dip
Warm crab, creamy cheese, and spices. Served with pita points or tortilla chips.
Flatbread
The Principal
House tomato sauce, pepperoni, sausage, and mozzarella.
Salad
The Forge Harvest Salad
Grilled chicken over fresh local greens, tossed with candied pecans, crisp apples, sweet strawberries, red onion, and crumbled feta.
On the calendar
All events
Coming up
Special event
Halloween Party with CK Music Band @ Old School Cider House
Read moreCome in costume. Stay for the cider. On Saturday, October 31, Old School Cider House opens Magnolia Hall for a Halloween party from 6 to 10 p.m., with dancing live music from CK Band (Chris Kelce), a heavy hors d’oeuvres buffet, and a costume contest. This party is 18 and over. This is the first big Halloween in the new Magnolia Hall event space, just behind the renovated 1920s schoolhouse in New Kent. Grab a drink, load a plate, and settle in for a night built around the band, the dance floor, and a room full of costumes. The buffet runs through the party, and the costume contest is open to anyone who shows up dressed for the occasion. Tickets are $25 and purchased right here on this page. Saturday, October 31, 6–10 p.m. at Old School Cider House, 9302 Eastview Lane, New Kent. Come as you aren’t. Must be 18 or older to attend.
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Join the Extra Credit Club at checkout with your phone number. Each visit earns points toward specials, events, and first look at whatever we’re pouring next.
Gift cards
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Visit
9302 Eastview Lane
Tucked back from the road in New Kent, with a paved lot, outdoor seating, and a white schoolhouse you can see from the drive.
Hours
- Monday Closed
- Tuesday Closed
- Wednesday 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Thursday 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Friday 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Saturday 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Sunday 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Kitchen orders typically wrap a little before close. Call ahead for large parties.