This week, three of my favorite things were combined into one evening: local D.C. lore, great craft beer, and an historic house tour.
That’s the premise behind the Heurich House Museum’s monthly History & Hops event – and seriously, what could be better?
It brings together local brewers (happily a growing breed in the District) and the Brewmaster’s Castle – the museum and mansion that was home to Washington, D.C.’s most successful brewer, Christian Heurich (pronounced HI-Rick).
The house has been an iconic place for me since I moved to D.C. Located just off Dupont Circle on New Hampshire Ave, you can’t miss it’s odd shape, Old World architecture, and imposing stone turret.
It’s instantly recognizable to Washingtonians, even though most would be hard-pressed to tell you the history behind it.
Luckily it’s a fun tale, best told over a cold brew.
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