The History of Anheuser-Busch

What began as a small brewery in St. Louis has now grown to be part of the largest corporation producing beer in the world. The story of Anheuser-Busch is an interesting and compelling story of Missouri entrepreneurship with many untold tales. This lecture will include many never before told discoveries along with exclusive historic photographs from the Anheuser-Busch archives that together will weave a fascinating story of how Adolphus Busch, a young immigrant, and Eberhard Anheuser, a soap factory owner, started one of the most iconic American brands.

Presented by Christian Naffziger, St. Louis Recorder of Deeds researcher

Image of Anheuser-Busch refrigerated train car courtesy of Anheuser-Busch Archives

You may also like the following events from Missouri State Archives:

• This Thursday, 24th July, 07:00 pm, Terrors and Trials: Henry and Lucy Fike's Civil War in Jefferson City
• Next month, 28th August, 07:00 pm, The History of Anheuser-Busch in Jefferson City