You aren't going to find any free samples from the tobacco vendors, especially under the new rules from the FDA. If you have a brick & mortar tobacconist near by, go there. If not, call one of the big etailers and have them help you set up a sampler. You can probably get an ounce each of 6-8 different blends for about $25.
A shop is your best place to start. Most have the jars to fill a sample bowl but be kind and make sure you spend some real money if you want to be welcomed back.
Find a local pipe club if you can and see if they accept new smokers. Almost all do and usually you'll see a welcome invitation on their website. Go there with your pipe and tobacco and mention your curiosity prepare to be overwhelmed by everyone offering you sample pipes full of their tobaccos.
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