Brewed in Tradition: Beer, Industry and Heritage in Manitowoc County

Monday, September 29, 2025 - 6:00pm


Wood-print style image of a pyramid of stacked beer barrels.

Step back in time to the 1840s, when German immigrants brought their skilled trades to Manitowoc County—crafting vinegar, yeast, pickles, and, most famously, beer. Discover how the Two Rivers Brewing Company helped fuel early economic growth as beer historian Bret Blizzard uncaps the stories, traditions, and legacies of local brewing.

Lester Public Library.