On Friday, March 23, the Connecticut River Museum brings back its popular 1814 Tavern Night. This lively 19th century evening will take place at the museum’s historic Samuel Lay House overlooking scenic Essex harbor. The house will be transformed into a candlelit riverside tavern from the War of 1812.
The evening includes Heritage Wines and Port Tastings with folklorist Stephen Gencarella and historian Chris Dobbs with music by Joseph Mornealt Additional wine and beer will be available at the cash bar.
The final candle lit evening planned will be held April 27 with Olde Burnside Brewing Company beer tastings; music by Rick Spencer, Dawn Indermuehle & Chris Dobbs.
Tastings take place at 6 and 8 p.m. Space is limited and reservations are required. Call to reserve tickets at 860-767-8269 or visit ctrivermuseum.org. Tickets are $24 for museum members or $29 for the general public (must be 21 or older and show valid ID). Includes bourbon whiskey tasting, light bites, and entertainment. The evening is sponsored in part by Catering by Selene, Connecticut Rental Center and Bob’s Centerbrook Package Store.
The Connecticut River Museum is located at 67 Main Street, Essex and is open daily from 10 AM – 5 PM and closed on Mondays until Memorial Day. Admission is $10 for adults, $8 for seniors, $7 for students, $6 for children age 6-12, free for children under 6. For more information, call 860-767-8269 or go to www.ctrivermuseum.org