This exhibit explores the history of how wine, beer, cider and spirits are made in Cayuga County. The exhibit explores three themes: history, the process, and the impact. The history theme will explore the Temperance movement and Prohibition in Cayuga County, as well as Prohibition to the present, highlighting the rebirth of the industry through legislation and the current economic impact. The process theme will teach visitors the technical aspects of winemaking, brewing, distilling, and hop production through the stories and objects of local businesses.
Proof Positive
Wine, Beer, and Spirits of Cayuga County
Explore the Exhibit
Interact with some of the content found within the exhibit, including overviews of Cayuga County's highly diverse craft beverage offerings and a brief history of the fights to celebrate and denigrate the industry in the region!
Wine
A brief history of wine making in Cayuga County
Cider & Spirits
A brief history of cider and spirit making in Cayuga County
Beer
A brief history of beer making in Cayuga County
Backlash
The effects of Temperance and Prohibition in Cayuga County
Our Partners
Cellarmen’s Folly
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Auburn, NY 13021
Grisamore Cider Works
4069 Goose St.
Locke, NY 13092
Prison City Brewing
28 State St.
Auburn, NY 13021
CJS Vineyards
6900 Fosterville Rd.
Auburn, NY 13021
Heifer Hops
16 Havens Ave.
Auburn, NY 13021
Summerhill Brewing
14408 NY 90
Locke, NY 13092
Colloca Estate Winery
14678 W. Bay Rd.
Fair Haven, NY 13156
Lunkenheimer Craft Brewing
8931 N. Seneca St.
Weedsport, NY 13166
Treleaven Wines
658 Lake Rd.
King Ferry, NY 13081