This March, Christ Church Burial Ground invites guests to explore the unexpected role alcohol played in America’s founding during its new Brew N’ History Tour, an immersive walking experience pairing Revolutionary-era stories with beer samples from Yards Brewing Company.
Philadelphia was not only the cradle of American liberty. It was also one of the brewing capitals of the New World. From early vineyards to smoky taverns where revolution was quietly debated, alcohol flowed through the city’s social, political, and economic life as early as the 1680s.
During this guided tour, visitors will explore the graves of some of early America’s most iconic figures, including Benjamin Franklin and four other signers of the Declaration of Independence buried on site. Along the way, stories of Founding Fathers, doctors, writers, and artists are paired with carefully selected Yards brews inspired by 18th-century drink culture.
As guests move through the final resting place of more than 4,000 Philadelphians, they will learn how beer, cider, and wine shaped daily life in colonial America. Alcohol was safer than water, reflected social status, supported military efforts, and fueled the tavern conversations that helped build a new Republic.
If You Go:
Participants will enjoy:
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A guided walking tour through Christ Church Burial Ground
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Stories of Revolutionary-era drink culture
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Samples of signature brews from Yards Brewing Company
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A fresh perspective on the lives behind the monuments
This 21+ experience blends history, storytelling, and craft brewing into an engaging evening in one of Philadelphia’s most historic spaces. Space is limited and advance tickets are strongly recommended.
Tickets are available now at https://brewnhistorytour26.
Post expires at 11:24am on Monday March 30th, 2026