Bootlegger’s Delight:
A War Memorial Speakeasy
Step back in time and experience the charm of Russell Alger’s legendary rec room on the lower level of the Alger House. Enjoy an afternoon filled with live music, specialty cocktails, and fascinating historic tours, including a behind-the-scenes look at our ongoing historic house renovation. Inspired by the Prohibition era, this unique event pairs history with hospitality for an unforgettable lakeside gathering. Performances will be by musicians Aunt Comet and Lydia Jackson.
At the September 28th Speakeasy, tours will be led by Anthony Kartsonas of Historic Surfaces, LLC, the project manager behind our renovations in the historic Alger House. Tony will provide a peek behind the walls of the recently completed library renovation, as well as the War Memorial's plans for restoring the Dining Room in January of 2026.
Tickets
VIP admission: $45, including early admission cocktail hour with complimentary libation and charcuterie box
General admission: $20
Your Evening
4pm(VIP Ticket holders): Cocktail hour in the Billards Room of the 1910 Alger House featuring a complimentary libation and charcuterie box
5pm(all ticket holders): Live music and historic tours of the Alger House main floor begin
Full cash bar available throughout the event.
Please note that Speakeasy events are 21+
Featured Cocktails
Marion's Garden Party | A mix of gin, elderflower liqueur, Prosecco, and a mint sprig with edible flowers
Lakefront Breeze | Vodka, Cranberry Juice, Grapefruit Juice
Russell's Sidecar | Bourbon, Cointreau or Substitution, Lemon Juice, Simple Syrup
Alger Rose | Brandy, Apple Juice, Apple Cider Vinegar, Grenadine, Lemon Juice
Gallery from past Speakeasy
