Milwaukee On Tap: The Story of the Beverage that Made Our City Famous

Good water, abundant ice, and a substantial German population made Milwaukee a logical center of the brewing trade. Within a generation of its founding, the city housed some of the largest brewers in America. Although beer was its most important product for only one year—1890—the “amber nectar” shaped Milwaukee’s character and cemented its image in the national consciousness. Join me for a lively look back at the beverage that made Milwaukee famous.

Registration is encouraged, and the cost is $25 for members, $35 for non-members. For more details, visit the Lighthouse website <http://northpointlighthouse.org/> or call 414-332-6754. Fine beer from Milwaukee’s own Lakefront Brewery will definitely be served.