Local event

Really Old Food: A Love Story

Wed, Feb 17, 2027, 7:00 PM

Gesa Power House Theatre

111 North 6th Avenue, Walla Walla, WA, 99362

On Wednesday, February 17th at 7PM, Gesa Power House Theatre presents the Humanities Washington lecture Really Old Food: A Love Story. This event is free, but advance registration is encouraged! Explore food that is so old, unusual, or meaningful that no one dares throw it away. From the 150-year-old pickle that resides in a Washington museum, to the foods found buried with mummies, and even the petrified banana that sparked a Banana Museum, discover why certain kinds of very old food still grip our imagination. Why are some foods intentionally tucked away or preserved due to unusual, unintentional, or special circumstances? In this talk, hear and share stories of how these and other vintage vittles hold memories, tell stories, and connect us with family, culture, and history. Make sure to stick around for a Q&A after the show! About the speaker: Harriet Baskas is an award-winning journalist and the author of nine books, including 111 Places in Seattle That You Must Not Miss and Hidden Treasures: What Museums Can’t or Won’t Show You . She writes about airports, aviation, museums, travel, and many other topics for outlets such as NBC News , The Points Guy , and her own site, StuckatTheAirport.com. Tickets will be available to the general public on November 15th. Want to receive early access to ticket sales? Join the +Power Club HERE !