WALK-INS ARE WELCOME!
Register in advance by calling 860.572.5322 to assure yourself of a place. You can buy tickets at the Visitor Reception Center or at the door that evening, while supplies last.
Beer Tasting & Beer's Influence on Colonial America
Saturday, October 3, 2009
5-7 p.m.
Did you know that beer's role in shaping America history started as early as the Mayflower and includes the paving of our first road in NYC? Gregg Smith, well-recognized beer historian and author shares with us many surprising revelations about the influence of beer on our history. Located in the shadow of the Charles W. Morgan, his short presentation will take place in the Henry B. duPont Preservation Shipyard followed by a tasting of the converted hops and grains we know as beer.
The beer tasting includes beers from American breweries including:
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Tickets include the talk and admission to the tasting (No drink tickets needed once admitted).
A la carte light fare will also be available.
Thank you to our sponsor, Levine Distributors. Named 1997 Beer Writer of the Year by the North American Guild of Beer Writers, Gregg Smith will be signing copies of his book, Beer in America: The Early Years --1587-1840. This book is available for sale at the Museum store and at the event.
Members: $25*
Non-members: $30*
*(must be 21 years or older. ID required)
WALK-INS ARE WELCOME!
Register in advance by calling 860.572.5322 to assure yourself of a place. You can buy tickets at the Visitor Reception Center or at the door that evening, while supplies last.