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Speaker Series: Colonial Taverns: Libations, Liberty, and Revolution

When

October 22, 2025
6:15 pm - 8:15 pm


Where

Hopewell Theater
5 S Greenwood Ave, Hopewell, NJ, 08525

New Jersey was the “Crossroads of the American Revolution.” Author Michael Gabriele will take us back to the time when battles raged and colonial taverns formed the social network that held the state together. The program will include information on two sons of Hopewell who were prominent figures during the colonial era: John Hart, a signer of the Declaration of Independence; and James Manning, an influential Baptist clergyman. Attendees are invited to dress in Colonial attire; Asher Lurie, Executive Director of the Hopewell Museum, kitted out in clothing typical of the 1770s, will showcase items carried in the pockets of everyday civilians. Period food and drink will be available; donations are always welcome!  All proceeds will support the Hopewell Public Library.

Recipes

Here are some links to colonial recipes you may want to try out before the event!

The Soup that won the war Pepper Pot Soup

Old Fashioned Whiskey Cake

Actual Recipe from George Washington

Easier version

Additional Colonial Recipes

https://www.jyfmuseums.org/events/programs-activities/foods-feasts-of-colonial-virginia/colonial-recipes

https://www.americanrevolution.org/recipes/

About the Speaker

This is Michael C. Gabriele’s fifth book on New Jersey history, all published by Arcadia Publishing/The History Press. A lifelong Garden State resident, he is a 1975 graduate of Montclair State University and has worked as a journalist, freelance writer and author for more than 40 years. Visit Gabriele’s website, which offers an overview of all his books.