SpiritsSocialPresented by Ariel-Foundation Park
Thursday, September 17

7:00 PM-9:00 PM

VENUE:
Knox County Foundation Pavilion, Ariel-Foundation Park
(10 Pittsburgh Ave., Mount Vernon, OH 43050)

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Sip your way across the country! As the sun sets over the iconic ruins of Ariel-Foundation Park, enjoy a guided tasting of distinctive regional American spirits—from smooth Tennessee whiskey and bold Kentucky bourbon to North Carolina’s legendary Climax Moonshine, New Jersey’s historic Laird’s Applejack, and vibrant American craft gin, Four Corners. Enjoy music, tasting notes, and light bites in a relaxed, open-air setting an evening that celebrates the rich flavors and stories behind some of America’s most iconic liquors.

Ticket required for admittance into the venue and includes tasting flight, non-alcoholic refreshments, and light appetizers. A separate ticket is available for those who do not wish to participate in the tasting. Additional bar drinks available for cash/charge. Space is limited. Lawn seating available outside the venue for music enjoyment at no cost. Event will be held rain or shine.

The Spirits of the States Sunset Social is sponsored by Park National Bank.

 Rentable Venues

To reserve a venue, click here or call 740-501-9293.

To reserve a picnic pavilion click here,
or call 740-393-9501
or email mtvparks@mountvernonohio.org

Vision Statement
•    Ariel-Foundation Park will be a world class example of adaptive reuse that honors its industrial heritage and is the focal point for recreation, entertainment, and social interaction in Knox County.
Mission Statement
•    The mission of the Ariel-Foundation Park Conservancy is to lead and support the economic stability, preservation, development, programming, and promotion of Ariel-Foundation Park in collaboration with the City of Mount Vernon.

Park Info

 

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 Ariel-Foundation Park, located in Mount Vernon, Ohio, is a 250-acre civic park that offers a one-of-a-kind experience for visitors of all ages.

Visiting Hours

Ariel-Foundation Park is officially open April 1 through November 15. Some areas of the park are accessible to pedestrians year-round. Daily hours of operation are 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. There are no admissions or parking fees. The Rastin Observation Tower, park museum, picnic pavillions, trails and other park features are free and open to the public. The Rastin Observation Tower is open during winter months, as long as weather allows. Access to the tower is allowed between sunrise and sunset and controlled by a light sensor. 

Contact Us

Foundation Park Conservancy
P.O. Box 644, Mount Vernon, OH 43050
info@afpark.us
740-501-9293

Mount Vernon City Parks Department
1700 Old Delaware Road, Mount Vernon, OH 43050
mtvparks@mountvernonohio.org
740-393-9501

 
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