Brewing Up History: The Plot to Overthrow FDR - Smedley Darlington Butler and the Brinton Family

Join us for a lively after-hours discussion of the "Business Plot," an alleged conspiracy in 1934 to overthrow President Franklin D. Roosevelt in a military coup. How were the Brintons involved? Major General Smedley Darlington Butler, a Brinton family member, was allegedly to serve as dictator in the aftermath of the coup! Sign up to learn more about one of the most decorated Marines in US history, and to discuss the facts behind this alleged conspiracy to overthrow the US government.

This event is part of our "Brewing Up History" series. In-person attendees will have the chance to enjoy a variety of local wines alongside our discussion, and take a peek at the musem after-hours. Virtual attendees will be emailed suggested beverage pairings to purchase in advance of the event for a virtual tasting during the discussion. Suggested beverages on the list will be both modern alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks with historic counterparts - we will sip and discuss together as part of the evening!