DC | Solstice Celebration: Chef Alex Cooks with Corn

Schedule

Sun Jun 21 2026 at 12:00 pm to 12:30 pm

UTC-04:00
Location

Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian | Washington, DC

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Executive Chef Alex Strong of the museum’s Mitsitam Native Foods Cafe will demonstrate two dishes using corn. Also known as maize, corn has been a vital crop for Native peoples of the Americas for thousands of years, providing food, materials, and cultural meaning. Hear Chef Alex’s tips and tricks for working with this versatile food in the kitchen, and enjoy samples while they last! Don’t forget to make time to enjoy lunch or a snack at Mitsitam before you conclude your visit.
Image: Norwood Photography for the Smithsonian's National Museum of the American Indian
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Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian, Washington D.C., Washington, United States

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