“Food, Climate and Community: How Women are Shaping the Future of Food” The National Museum of American History will host its ninth annual Food History Weekend Nov. 3 and 4, a multifaceted festival ...

Historians study food for many reasons, but Michael Collins likes to single one out in particular. “It speaks to the importance of the daily lives of common people,” said Collins, a Sacramento State ...

Here’s what’s happening this month at the National Museum of American History Amy Kehs This year marks the 10th anniversary of the National Museum of American History’s Smithsonian Food History Gala ...

Traditional recipes are more than just instructions — they’re edible archives that carry stories, values, and identity across generations. From indigenous stews to iconic regional dishes, each bite ...

British cuisine is a tapestry woven from centuries of history, empire, and everyday life. From medieval roasts to wartime ingenuity and pub classics, each dish tells a story of resilience and ...

This spring, the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History, the Smithsonian’s Anacostia Community Museum and the Smithsonian Associates will offer a three-part “Cooking Up History” series.

The Big Ideas: What Is History? How we cook and what we eat are an intimate reflection of our personal and collective pasts. By Jacques Pépin Jacques Pépin has been a chef and educator for more than ...

Memorial Day honors members of the U.S. military who have died while serving their country. If you are looking for a way to celebrate the holiday while also paying respect to American soldiers, ...

How do you celebrate Juneteenth in your community? This is a holiday that celebrates freedom and acknowledges the history of Black Americans in the United States. Specifically, it notes June 19th, ...