Pumpkin pie, gingerbread, mulled cider - these are just a few of the spiced sweet treats that dominate the fall and holiday season in America. But where do all these foods come from? And how did tropical plants like nutmeg and sugarcane end up on American shores? Join speaker Sarah Wassberg Johnson for a deep dive into the global history of the spice trade, the sugar trade, and the development of our favorite holiday foods.
Speaker Bio:
Sarah Wassberg Johnson is the education and programs manager at Philipse Manor Hall State Historic Site. She has an MA in public history from the University at Albany and researches food history in her spare time.
In-Person Tickets:
Tickets are $6 for adults, $3 for seniors and students, and FREE for Friends of Philipse Manor Hall. Tickets are pay at the door. Reserve your spot by calling 914-965-4027 or emailing philipsemanorhall@parks.ny.gov.
Virtual Tickets:
Online access is free via WebEx. To register, follow the link below.
This program is sponsored by Tompkins Bank and the Friends of Philipse Manor Hall.
