Despite its reviled reputation, Prohibition ushered women to political influence and granted them the freedom to express themselves in fresh ways. Female activists took to capitals across America to protest the 18th Amendment, and young women gained newfound cultural independence (while their traditionally minded moms often looked on in horror). These rights may seem commonplace but we owe their inception to the brave and stylish women of the 1920s.

Best-selling author Tara Nurin will read from her just-released book, and lead an audience discussion on the gender revolution catalyzed by Prohibition. 

Forbes beer and spirits contributor Tara Nurin files her stories from some of the world’s most colorful breweries, bars and boardrooms and appears as a frequent presenter on broadcasts and panels hosted by entities like the Smithsonian. The veteran freelance journalist and former TV news reporter recently published her first book, a history of women in beer entitled A Woman’s Place Is in the Brewhouse: A Forgotten History of Alewives, Brewsters, Witches, and CEOs.

With a focus on women in beer coverage, she’s been an active Pink Boots Society member since 2010 and founded New Jersey’s original beer education group for women. She is frequently quoted as a beverage expert in publications such as Wine Enthusiast and Food & Wine.

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