Soldiers engage in a battle in the foreground before a row of historic buildings and a grey sky in the background.

Harpers Ferry Park Association

LXCL:Grants entry to the program with access to activities. Food, cocktails, wine, and beer will be available for purchase during the program.

Admission

Explore the rich stories of our historic town and gain a deeper appreciation of Harpers Ferry&rsquo;s place in the nation&rsquo;s story during our History on Tap series. Step into the warm, inviting ambience of Alstadts Ale House and immerse yourself in engaging discussions on a range of fascinating history. Come to a unique evening with author and Certified Guide Jim Silvia as we take a look into some of the entries in his new book Minute by Minute. We will view the John Brown Raid from the inside of some of the town&rsquo;s taverns and see what was happening during the Raid from the perspective of townspeople and militia who were in town while the event was going on. Learn about Foulke&rsquo;s Tavern and the Gault House Saloon and how they each contributed to the events of October 16 &ndash; 18, 1859.&nbsp; Come for the history and stay for the camaraderie, with delicious food, handcrafted cocktails, and a selection of beer and wine available for purchase. Seating is limited, so registration is recommended, and tables may be shared with fellow attendees.

Explore the rich stories of our historic town and gain a deeper appreciation of Harpers Ferry’s place in the nation’s story during our History on Tap series. Step into the warm, inviting ambience of Alstadts Ale House and immerse yourself in engaging discussions on a range of fascinating history. Come to a unique evening with author and Certified Guide Jim Silvia as we take a look into some of the entries in his new book Minute by Minute. We will view the John Brown Raid from the inside of some of the town’s taverns and see what was happening during the Raid from the perspective of townspeople and militia who were in town while the event was going on. Learn about Foulke’s Tavern and the Gault House Saloon and how they each contributed to the events of October 16 – 18, 1859.  Come for the history and stay for the camaraderie, with delicious food, handcrafted cocktails, and a selection of beer and wine available for purchase. Seating is limited, so registration is recommended, and tables may be shared with fellow attendees.

Harpers Ferry Park Association

Liquid Courage: The Townspeople React to the Attack | History on Tap

408 Alstadts Hill Rd

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