Tapping Into the Past : Tavern Life in Early Connecticut. Taverns in early Connecticut were more than just a place to drink. Travelers and locals alike saw taverns as a place to be entertained, spread news and gossip, have a good meal, and get a night's lodging. Learn about how taverns were an essential part of every Connecticut town! Presented by the CT Museum of History and Culture. This program is free and open to the public. No registration is required.