History & Hops at the Albany Outpost: How the Erie Canal Shaped New York’s Beer Culture

January 23, 2025

6-7 pm
Off-Site
Free

Join us for an engaging evening of history and beer at our inaugural "History and Hops" event at the Albany Outpost! Explore the transformative impact of the Erie Canal on New York’s history and beer culture as we gear up to celebrate the canal's 200th anniversary in 2025!

Highlights of the event will include: 

  • Brad Utter, Senior Historian and Curator of Science and Technological History, will kick things off with a fascinating talk on the Erie Canal's role in revolutionizing transportation, commerce, and industry in New York State.
  • Craig Gravina, New York Beer Scholar, will take the stage to reveal how the Erie Canal shaped beer production, distribution, and brewing innovation across the state.

Raise a glass to the Erie Canal and discover how this iconic waterway fueled New York’s beer scene!

This fun, interactive program is free to attend. Food and drink are not included but are available for individual purchase at the venue.

Location:
Common Roots Albany Outpost
19 Quackenbush Square
Albany, NY 12207
https://commonrootsbrewing.com/