Colonial to Craft Brew: The Local Story of Beer

Program Type:

History & Genealogy, Local Interest, Featured

Age Group:

Adult
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Description

The first Dutch settlers arriving in New Netherland (today’s New York) depended on beer. Now, with the growing craft beer trend, we can truly see what an integral role beer has played in our history. Agriculture, transportation, technology, politics, and social issues have all played a part in beer’s history, and it in turn has affected our own lives. 

The Schenectady County Historical Society is a private, nonprofit institution that was founded in 1905 to share and preserve Schenectady County’s history. Today we bring history and culture to life through exhibits, programs, and community events at three sites. These include the Schenectady Museum, the Mabee Farm Historic Site and the Brouwer House Creative Space. Michael Diana is the Director of Education and Historian for the SCHS, a position he's held since 2017.

Registration for this event will open August 28, 2025.