With such rich, dare we say intoxicating source material from which to draw, Manitowoc Tavern History and Manitowoc Public Library are proud to present “Manitowoc Brewery History, 1847-2023.” This presentation will cover the four major areas of the city’s beer-brewing history, beginning with immigration and who showed up to get things started. We will then explore some of the early brewing pioneers, such as William Rahr and later, the many elements that came together to create Manitowoc’s most memorable brewery—Kingsbury! Lastly, we will look at how the old Rahr Malting site was resurrected by a 5th generation family-owned company—Briess Malting and what makes them a leader in providing malt to the craft brewing industry of the United States.