Historic Hoppy Hour joins Suds Week, explores history of beer in Columbia
March 2, 2016
Historic Columbia hosts this month’s Historic Hoppy Hour in solidarity with Soda City Suds Week at the Hampton-Preston Mansion (1615 Blanding) on Friday, March 18, at 5:30 p.m.
Prepare for the spring beer festivals by knocking a few back during Hoppy Hour as we explore the history of beer in Columbia. View images of historic breweries, participate in a beer-themed Easter Egg Hunt, and win prizes as we celebrate the brew masters who quenched the city’s thirst for ale. The breweries and saloons of the past paved the path of today’s interest in Columbia’s craft beer market.
“We are excited to have Historic Columbia help kick-off Suds Week this year,” says Jen Hydrick, Midlands Craft Beer Supporters board member and organizer. “When we asked what people wanted to know about craft beer in Columbia, a big topic that came up was the history of beer in the area, as well as history of saloons and bars. Historic Columbia was the natural resource and non-profit partner to ask.”
Historic Columbia’s Hoppy Hour is the first event of Soda City Suds Week, which runs from March 18 to 26. Know your beer history well before joining the rest of the week’s festivities.
$15 for HC members and $20 for non-members. Food and drink included with admission. Must be 21 or older to attend. Reservations are recommended.
For more information, visit historiccolumbia.org.
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About Historic Columbia:
In November 1961, a small group of individuals intent on saving the Ainsley Hall House from demolition officially incorporated as the Historic Columbia Foundation. Over the next five decades the organization, which was founded on the premise of preservation and education, would take on the stewardship of seven historic properties in Richland County. Today, the organization serves as a model for local preservation efforts and interpretation of local history. Visit historiccolumbia.org or find us on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram or YouTube for more details.
