Washington County history fans will have a new venue to study colonial history in Washington. The Bradford House Historical Association along with the Washington County Tourism and Promotion Agency held a ribbon cutting ceremony to open the Whiskey Rebellion Education and Visitors Center. The museum is across the street from the Bradford House and is operated in cooperation with the Bradford House. Guests are treated to a self guided tour of events that caused and occurred during the Whiskey Rebellion from 1791-1794. Visitors will learn of the first internal excise tax, the first time federal troops were used to calm riots in the young nation and how the first presidential pardons were granted. Exhibits include pictures and an 18th century still and an 18th century tavern bar. Tracie Liberatore, Executive Director of the Bradford House Historical Society is pleased with the outcome of the venue and is excited to have school students as well as adults receive an accurate and detailed account of the importance of the Whiskey Rebellion and how it shaped a young nation. The Whiskey Rebellion Education and Visitors Center is open Wednesday through Saturday 10-4. Private tours are also available. The address of the museum is 184 S. Main St. Washington. There is no admission charge but donations are accepted.