Revolutionary Brunch: From The Room Where It Happened

12:00PM - 1:30PM Brunch

1:30PM - 3:00PM Event

Prepare for a revolutionary experience!

Join us on September 21, 2025, for a brunch event that will transport you back to the tumultuous birth of our nation. This isn't just a meal—it's a journey into history.

Set in the historic Fraunces Tavern, New York City's oldest surviving tavern, you'll be dining in a place where history was made. Just weeks after the Declaration of Independence was signed, this very city was consumed by flames in its first great fire. On the 249th anniversary of that fateful day, we’ll uncover one of the Revolution's most compelling mysteries: who set the city ablaze?

Enjoy a lavish brunch featuring a delicious appetizer, your choice of entree, and a decadent dessert, complete with unlimited mimosas and Bloody Marys to fuel the afternoon.

Then, settle in for a riveting 90-minute multimedia presentation and Q&A session led by one of the nation's leading experts on the Revolutionary War, Brooklyn College's Professor Benjamin Carp. He’ll explore the rumors, the theories, and the potential culprits—from revolutionary sympathizers to George Washington himself.

Fraunces Tavern isn't just a venue; it's a piece of living history. It was here that George Washington delivered his farewell address to his troops. Now, you have the chance to learn about the revolution in the very room where it happened.

Don't miss this one-of-a-kind event. Tickets are extremely limited and will sell out fast. Secure your spot now and become part of the story!

Info: Enter like a VIP and soak in the history at the oldest tavern in NYC. Brunch will start at 12:00PM but you can check in advance and we will seat guest as early as possible.

Info: Enjoy a delectible seated brunch from the chefs at Fraunces Tavern. You will have a choice of appetizer, a choice of entree and a dessert as well as coffee and tea service. In addition, there will be unlimited mimosas and bloody mary's during brunch service. Additional drinks will be available for purchase if requested.

Info: Prepare for an unforgettable experience led by the foremost expert on the Revolutionary War in NYC, Professor Benjamin Carp. He will guide you through the revolutionary war from the perspective of NYC, and the first great fire that occurred 249 years ago on the day of the event in 1776, as well as the mystery behind it. Following the presentation be prepared to ask all the questions you like, as we deep dive into the revolution in NYC from the room where it happened.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Fraunces Tavern, 54 Pearl Street, New York, United States