Grandma’s Apron, China, and Silver: Understanding the Kitchen
1:00–2:15 pm Instructor: Philibert-Ortega
When we research women, we need to be creative in finding sources that tell the story of their lives. Historical women’s lives were often relegated to home and family. In some cases, descendants inherit things related to the kitchen, from recipes and cookbooks to China and linens. In this presentation we will explore the kitchen and how to research inherited items from the kitchen. Special attention will be placed on cookbooks, linens, and tableware.