The Citrus County Historical Society has unveiled a new exhibit, “Florida Foodways,” at the Citrus County Historical Society Museum, located at 3215 E. State Road 44, Inverness, on Monday, March 18, 2024, at 3:00 PM.
The exhibit explores the diverse culinary heritage of Florida, showcasing the state’s rich food traditions and cultural influences. The museum is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Admission is $5 for adults, $3 for seniors and students, and free for children under 6 years old. The exhibit was curated by local food historian, Dr. Jane Smith, who spent months researching and collecting artifacts and stories about Florida’s food culture.
“Florida Foodways” features a collection of artifacts, photographs, and oral histories that highlight the state’s food traditions, from Native American cuisine to modern-day fusion restaurants. The exhibit includes a display of traditional Florida cooking techniques, such as smoking and curing, as well as a collection of vintage kitchen appliances and utensils.
Visitors can also enjoy a sampling of traditional Florida dishes, such as key lime pie, conch fritters, and Cuban sandwiches. The exhibit is sponsored by the Citrus County Historical Society and the Florida Humanities Council. For more information, call the museum at (352) 637-1430 or visit www.citruscountyhistoricalsociety.org.
The Citrus County Historical Society is also offering guided tours of the exhibit, which can be scheduled by calling the museum. Additionally, the society has created a companion website, www.floridafoodways.org, which features more information about the exhibit and Florida’s food culture.
For those interested in learning more about Florida’s culinary heritage, the society will be hosting a food festival, “Taste of Florida,” on April 20, 2024, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, at the Inverness Farmers Market, located at 401 E. State Road 44, Inverness. The festival will feature food vendors, live music, and cooking demonstrations.
Originally reported by Citrus County Chronicle – Inverness
Sources: Citrus County Chronicle – Inverness
