Another Whiskey Rebellion Festival In The Books

July 9, 2023 1:32 am

The Whiskey Rebellion Festival took place in downtown Washington this weekend. The festival commemorates the battle fought between 1791-1794 over the taxation of whiskey and spirits that were produced in Washington County. Saturday the parade kicked off at 10:30 am on Main Street. Food trucks, shopping and demonstrations took place all day long. The Main Stage had entertainment beginning at noon and running until the festival closes at 9:30 pm. Historical displays and Saturday tours of the courthouse fed the appetite of those interested in the history of Washington County. The Whiskey Rebellion Festival is sponsored by the Bradford House Historical Association.