Wednesday, 5/13: Tavern Month Sip n Learn
May 13, 2026 06:00 PM
Sip & Learn
Hosted by the Iowa Architectural Foundation
Wednesday, May 13th at 6pm
Confluence Brewing taproom
Come learn about the history of early Des Moines and the beer industry. You will learn about the Mattes family and their long history of brewing and breweries in Des Moines and how they led to Old Tavern. Find out more about the weird prohibition laws and mulct act of Iowa, the history and architecture of Des Moines Brewing & other sites around town that connect the Mattes family and Old Tavern beer.
This is free to attend.
Enjoy $5 20oz. mugs of Old Tavern beer from 5pm to 8pm
May is recognized as National Tavern Month- an annual tradition since 1953 to celebrate the social, historical, and economical impact of local taverns and restaurants. The month highlights community focused venues that support local jobs, charitable giving, and provide social gathering spots.