Join Michael Maler of Historic New England for this “spirited” illustrated introduction to the drinking habits of colonial New Englanders, who were prolific imbibers and drank roughly three times as much alcohol as modern Americans. Drinking was not only a means of physical and emotional survival but also the driving force behind the growing popularity of taverns that played a vital role in colonial political and social life.
Presented by Michael Maler, Regional Site Administrator for Historic New England’s Metro-Boston Region, BA, Art History, Duke University MA, Museum Studies, Harvard University
Image: Tavern Scene, 1785, Unknown British Artist
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If you plan to attend in person at the Museums, tickets are available on the day of the lecture in the Welcome Center.
Members: FREE
Springfield residents: FREE
Nonmembers: $4
To attend via ZOOM, please register in advance.
Free admission to the Museums a la Carte lectures for all museum members made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities through the #SHARP program.
