Free to attend, complimentary snacks, beer available for purchase. Please RSVP with Eventbrite.

THREE GREAT EXPERIENCES IN ONE EVENT
This unique gathering offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and the rich tradition of Ontario's craft brewing scene, all set against the picturesque and historically significant backdrop of the Spencerville Mill.

PRESENTATION BY MATTHEW J. BELLAMY
Join us at the historic Spencerville Mill for an enlightening presentation by Matthew J. Bellamy, a distinguished professor of history at Carleton University. Professor Bellamy has received numerous teaching and book awards and specializes in Canadian business, political, and cultural history. His latest research delves into the rich history of brewing in Canada. His work has been featured in prominent publications such as The Walrus, The Globe and Mail, Literary Review of Canada, Canada’s History Magazine, Legion Magazine, the Canadian Historical Review, and international journals like Business History and Enterprise and Society.
His book, Brewed in the North: A History of Labatt’s, published by McGill-Queen’s University Press, was honoured with an honorable mention from the Canadian Historical Association for the best book in business history in 2021.

BEER TASTING BY WINDMILL BREWERY
Following Professor Bellamy's presentation, you can enjoy a beer tasting session with craft beers from WindMill Brewery. Located at Windmill Point in Johnstown, WindMill Brewery takes pride in its strong community ties and local heritage. Sample a variety of their unique brews, each paying homage to local history, including the 1838 Pilsner, commemorating the battle of Windmill Point, Barracks Black Lager, and Soldiers Ration Lager.

ABOUT THE SPENCERVILLE MILL
Nestled on the banks of the South Nation River, the Spencerville Mill & Museum stands as a testament to the region's rich industrial heritage. Built in the early 1860s, it is the last remaining mill on the river and has been meticulously preserved to showcase the ingenuity and resilience of the local community. Over the years, the mill has been a hub of economic activity, a focal point of social gatherings, and now serves as a vibrant cultural landmark.