Shells of Liberty Oyster Bash
On National Oyster Day, Carpenters’ Hall and Fishtown Seafood will host the “Shells of Liberty Oyster Bash” in Philadelphia’s Historic District.
The 21+ evening throws it back to the Revolutionary era when oysters were the snack of choice for the Founding Fathers. In the 1700s, these briny bites were the original fast food, with shells paving city streets. By the 1800s, Philly boasted 379 oyster houses and devoured 300 million oysters a year.
Sip, savor, and mingle with drinks from Triple Bottom Brewing, sample a dozen local oysters, handpicked by Fishtown Seafood’s Bryan Szeliga (oyster supplier to top Philly restaurants), explore the Hall and catch pop-up talks connecting oysters, the Revolution, and the Founders, featuring professor of American history and urban studies, Dr. Stephen Nepa.
$75, includes your first beer, snacks, and a dozen oysters (with additional drinks and food available for purchase). Proceeds benefit Partnership for the Delaware Estuary. Old City is your oyster.
