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Join Dutchess County Historian William P. Tatum III at Rose Hill Farm for a presentation on the Prohibition history of Red Hook and the story of the Red Hook Steam Cider Company Raid, originally located on Route 9 south of the Village of Red Hook. Incorporated as a legitimate business in 1926, county and federal officials raided the site the following year, discovering two large stills and an intricate operating plant. Aside from being a fascinating story by itself, the Red Hook Steam Cider Company is a great way to tie into the long and exciting history of cider production in Red Hook. 

The presentation and discussion is open to all, and an RSVP is requested. The event will accept and encourage donations to its partner organization, Historic Red Hook. The Taproom at Rose Hill Ferments will simultaneously host a food pop-up by local legend Misto. Make an evening of it! View Rose Hill’s full schedule of events on April 14 here.

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County Historian William P. Tatum III said, “The Dutchess County Historic Tavern Trail highlights many of our iconic buildings and the history contained in our epic landscape. These programs are a fun way to explore the links between history, cuisine and local culture that make our area such a vibrant place.”

The Dutchess County Historic Tavern Trail brings history and local cuisine together, while introducing the community to iconic locales. The Tavern Trail is a collaborative endeavor between the Dutchess County Department of History, local historical societies, and signature food and beverage industry partners to create an innovative program that highlights the county’s rich history. Each installment of the program is held at a different historic location and includes a brief presentation on an engaging episode of the local past.