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.
The Tavern Trail's 2026 series will largely focus on the American Revolution in Dutchess County. Here are some 2026 dates and locations:
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• Saturday, July 25, 2026: Germania of Poughkeepsie: "Revolutionary Germans" — Dutchess County Historian Will Tatum will explore gripping tales of how the German settlers in America contributed to the Revolution.
• Friday, Sept. 4, 2026: Lasting Joy Brewery, Tivoli
• Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2026, Foster's Coach House, Rhinebeck
Related: Commander in Cheers is an augmented reality experience at participating Dutchess County pubs and restaurants that serves up a pint-sized George Washington — "Tiny George" — to share a story about one of Dutchess County’s revolutionary endeavors. Click here to learn more.
