Upcoming Events

June 14, 2024 @ 6:00 pm 8:00 pm

Learn more about what is in your glass!

On Friday, June 14, join the owner of Pathfinder Distillery, Nate Kraft, as he shares the history of Maryland Rye Whiskey and local distilleries before and after the prohibition era.

This month’s cocktail will be a drink featuring Pathfinder Whiskey! Doors open at 5:30 PM and light hors d’oeuvres will be served!

Culture & Cocktails 2024 has been made possible by the generous support of the James and Mary Schurz Foundation.

$15 – $20
135 West Washington Street, Hagerstown, MD 21740
Hagerstown, MD 21740 US
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June 14, 2024

Culture & Cocktails: Historical Distilling Practices

Learn more about what is in your glass! On Friday, June 14, join the owner of Pathfinder Distillery, Nate Kraft, as he shares the history of Maryland Rye Whiskey and local distilleries before and after the prohibition era. This month’s cocktail will be a drink featuring Pathfinder Whiskey! Doors open at 5:30 PM and light hors d’oeuvres will be served! Culture & Cocktails 2024 has been made possible by the generous support of the James and Mary Schurz Foundation.
May 10, 2024

Culture & Cocktails: Past, Present, Future: Get to Know Your Art Museum

Do you know the fasinating history of the Washington County Fine Arts Museum? On Friday, May 10, Executive Director of the WCMFA Sarah Hall will touch on key aspects of the museum’s history, while sharing the museum’s vision for expansion, hosting ambitious exhibitions, and creating an arts campus in City Park. This month’s cocktail is the French 75, a refreshing and sparkling drink made from gin, champagne, lemon juice, and sugar. Doors open at 5:30 PM and light hors d’oeuvres will be served! Culture & Cocktails 2024 has been made possible by the generous support of the James and Mary Schurz Foundation.
April 12, 2024

Culture & Cocktails: Frontier Forts Around Fort Frederick

Guided by the expertise of Maryland Park Service Ranger Rob Ambrose, learn about the network of frontier forts that shaped Fort Frederick. On Friday, April 12, immerse yourself in the rich narratives that bring the history of this State Park to life. This month’s cocktail is the Cherry Bounce, a favorite drink of George and Martha Washington. Doors open at 5:30 PM and light hors d’oeuvres will be served! Culture & Cocktails 2024 has been made possible by the generous support of the James and Mary Schurz Foundation.
March 8, 2024

Culture & Cocktails: 18th-Century Surgery and Medicine

Discover the intriguing world of 18th-century medicine with Matt Wedd, Executive Director of the Conococheague Institute. On Friday, March 8, join us as Wedd delves into the techniques and practices employed in the medical field during this historical era. This month’s cocktail is the Painkiller, a tropical drink that’s certainly painless. Doors open at 5:30 PM and light hors d’oeuvres will be served! Culture & Cocktails 2024 has been made possible by the generous support of the James and Mary Schurz Foundation. $15 – $20