Dining through the Decades: Feasting at Lee-Fendall

Embark on an exploration into the foodways, recipes, and cultural influences that satiated generations of Lee-Fendall residents.
About this Event

Join food historian & Program Manager, Sophie McCarthy, for an exploration into the foodways, recipes, and cultural influences that satiated generations of Lee-Fendall residents.

During this lecture, Sophie will highlight the historic foodways of Virginia, many of which were plated and served right here in this house. Learn about the dishes, ingredients, and dining practices that shaped mealtimes at Lee-Fendall; as well as the way in which food production and consumption were altered throughout industrialization.

Through agricultural products and the Lewis family recipe book, Lee-Fendall has a very clear understanding of who ate what and when. This lecture is sure to educate you on regional cuisines, the development of American dining, and Lee-Fendall's very own edible history.

Warning: you may leave the lecture incredibly hungry.

Tickets are $15/person, please book in advance as tickets are limited. Questions? Please reach out to the museum at [email protected] or (703) 548-1789. Tickets are free for museum members, please reach out to the museum to reserve your spots.