Tickets are officially on sale for The Spirit of a Nation, a once-in-a-lifetime commemorative reception honoring America’s 250th Anniversary and the historic alliance between the United States and France.

Hosted inside Carpenters’ Hall—where the First Continental Congress met and where revolutionary ideas took shape—this exclusive evening brings together history, heritage, and remembrance through immersive storytelling, colonial-inspired cuisine, and commemorative spirits.

What to Expect:

Your ticket includes:

• America 250 Collector Bottle (Included)

Each guest receives a limited-edition Colonial Rum collector bottle cast from an authentic 1780 mold, created exclusively for this event. The recipe draws on Revolutionary-era rum traditions and includes fermentation using yeast sourced from a 260-year-old birch tree at Valley Forge—a tangible link between this evening and the places where independence was forged.

• Colonial Cuisine & Culinary Storytelling

Enjoy historically inspired food rooted in 1776-era kitchens, with French-American influences that reflect the alliance that helped secure independence., Historical Chef Justin Cherry will give live demos and food tasting with a menu crafted from 1776

• Historic Spirit Tastings

Sample Revolutionary-inspired offerings including Colonial Rum aged in chestnut wood barrels, Pennsylvania rye from Stoll & Wolfe Distillery, and Benjamin Franklin–style molasses spruce beer (optional commemorative bottle available). Talks by Celebrity Chef /Historical Distiller Paul Menta, Historical and Master Distiller Erik Wolfe( Stoll and Wolfe distillery Pennsylvania) and  Ed and Michele Secrest Master brewers at Berlin Brewing Co New Jersey.

• Living History & Special Guests

Experience reenactors, a keynote presentation, and special participation honoring the legacy of the Franco-American alliance from Valley Forge to Yorktown.

Why This Matters for America 250

In December 1775, Benjamin Franklin and members of Congress secretly met French emissary Julien-Alexandre Achard de Bonvouloir inside Carpenters’ Hall—an early and risky diplomatic step that helped open the path to French support, alliance, and eventual victory.

As the nation marks 250 years of independence, The Spirit of a Nation brings that moment back to life through taste, story, and fellowship in the very rooms where history happened.

A Night That Gives Back: All ticket proceeds benefit Pennsylvania Wounded Warriors, honoring those who serve today while commemorating the sacrifices that made liberty possible.

Tickets Are Limited: This is a limited-capacity event and the collector bottle is produced only for ticketed guests.

Reserve your place in history today.

Drink History. Honor Heroes. Celebrate 250 Years.