Black Snake Affair: Potash Making

Past event
Aug 8, 2019, 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM

Black Snake Affair: Potash Making at the Ethan Allen Homestead Museum
When
Thu, August 8, 10:30am – 12:30pm
Description
Potassium is a key ingredient in many mineral and chemical compounds. In the 18th Century it was called " Potash" because of the method of production. Potash was historically used as fertilizer, to bleach fabric, and in the production of saltpeter, glass, and ceramics. On August 8th, 1808, Vermont smugglers attempted to sneak a load of potash to Canada in defiance of the Embargo act. They were intercepted by Customs Officials and a shootout resulted. Join us this August 8th as we manufacture Potash on the lawn of the Allen House and learn a little more about this precious commodity!

This is part of our regular museum tour. Entry fees apply.
For more info call 802 856-4556

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