Tavern Night 2026

Join Historic Rittenhouse Town for our second Tavern Night fundraiser!

Outside the church, the tavern was the most important institution in most towns. Taverns were used for political assemblies, markets, and, of course, a place to enjoy a good meal and learn the news of the day. Come join us as the buildings and grounds of our historic 18th-century homestead are transformed into a tavern from the 1770s, where the simple pleasures of good food, drink, and fellowship collide.

Tavern Night will feature an evening of storytelling and merriment, complete with 18th-century beer and cocktails and hearth-cooked food prepared in our Bake House. Patrons will be encouraged to learn the popular parlor games (like whist, shut-the-box, and farkle) and join in toasts and popular songs of the day.

Food options: *Meals include admission and must be purchased online in advance*

Meals:

Vegetarian Pepper Pot – $45
German Bratwurst Braised in Beer -$50
Garlic Roasted Chicken – $50

Sides: Scalloped potatoes or roasted vegetable (one included with meal)

Dessert: Fire forged griddlecakes and a scoop of vanilla – $10 (offered at door)

Drinks: Additional Drink token – $10 (offered at door)

Colonial Beers — We have Spruce Ale plus various specialty Beers by the Regimental Brewmeister all brewed over an open fire with 18th Century methods. (1 ticket)

Colonial Mead — Probably the world’s oldest alcoholic drink, mead is fermented honey. Prior to the 1700s, mead was a popular choice of drink throughout New England. A Yankee favorite. (1 ticket)

Fish House Punch – The Schuylkill Fishing Company in Philadelphia traditionally served this punch, traditionally made in a large bowl with rum-based punch containing cognac and peach brandy garnished with lemon slices. According to legend, on a visit to the club, George Washington drank so much of the potent Fish House Punch, that he subsequently couldn’t bring himself to make an entry in his diary for three days. (2 tickets)

Ale Flip – This is bartender drama at its finest. A true 18th Century tavern favorite Rum, eggs, beer, and sugar. Served warm with a flair and heated with our logger-heads. (2 tickets)

Rattleskull – A perfect 18th Century Attitude Adjuster. Rum and spices mixed into a pint of beer. (2 tickets)

Cherry Bounce – A favorite of Mr. Washington. Whiskey infused with cherries. No Lies – it’s fantastic! (2 tickets)

18th Century Hot Chocolate – Thomas Jefferson and George Washington enjoyed chocolate so much they believed it would become a more popular drink in America than coffee and tea.18th-century chocolatewas considered the “food of the gods” but is quite different from modern hot chocolate. — with rum (2 tickets) or without (1 ticket).

All meals must be purchased online.

The general parking areas at Historic RittenhouseTown will be open for parking with limited capacity. Parking is located next to the main office located at 208 Lincoln Drive Philadelphia PA 19144, next to the barn at 211 Lincoln Drive Philadelphia PA 19144, and the additional parking lot along Lincoln drive. Since Parking is limited, the use of public transit or ridesharing is recommended. Parking is also welcome at the surrounding blocks. Thank you for your support!