Friends of Minute Man National Park

The Colonial Tavern Dinner held on April 14th at the park’s historic Noah Brooks Tavern was a rousing success.  Guests enjoyed colonial-themed appetizers and rum punch while listening to colonial music and playing historic parlor games of chance.  This was followed by a gala dinner.  Many thanks to the committee who put this wonderful event together: Membership Director Carrie Midura, Brigid Kennedy-Pfister, Pat Costello, Frances Sacco, Edward Treace, Jennifer Voss, and park Superintendent Nancy Nelson.

Thanks are also extended to our 18th century volunteers, Jeremy & Nancy Bell, Eric Chetwynd,  Shane Clarke, Jane Coughlin, Erin Johnston, Lorien Moore, Kimball Tarr, and Dan Voss for adding a true colonial flavor and spirit to the event. We were also delighted to have Short Order Gourmet as the caterer for the evening and West Concord Liquors provided the refreshments, including an evening port tasting. Floral Fantasies of Tyngsboro prepared the stunning floral and fruit decor and Upstairs Antiques loaned several sets of brass candlesticks just for the event. Thank you to one and all for making the event a success.

Membership Director Carrie Midura welcomes Barbara Buchan and Jane Herlacher

Jane Coughlin and Laurien Moore take a break from serving

The Bells with Superintendent Nelson

William Hill, Jane Adams and Punchmaster Jeremy Bell

Musicians Eric Chetwynd, Erin Johnston, Nancy Bell and Friends President Bob Morris

Neil Rasmussen and Anna West Winter try their luck with Gaming Master Kimball Tarr

Guests enjoying the first course.

Warmth and enjoyment emanated into the night.