Discover the origins of Smith Island Cake, crab soup, and Maryland fried chicken, and learn the cultural and historical importance of your favorite Maryland recipes. Presented by Julie Saylor from the State Library Resource Center.
Curious about the origins of Smith Island Cake, crab soup, and Maryland fried chicken? The Maryland Department has a small but historically significant collection of Maryland cookbooks, one dating back as far as 1845. Guest presenter Julie Saylor will explore the collection in historical and cultural context, and search for early examples of your favorite Maryland recipes. She will also discuss blogs about the history of cooking, digital collections of historic cookbooks, and other online resources. Whether you are searching for that elusive recipe or you’re just interested in local history, the State Library Resource Center will help you savor Maryland’s culinary past.
AGE GROUP: | Seniors | Grades 9 - 12 | Adult |
EVENT TYPE: | Local Interest | Lecture | Guest Presenter |
| Mon, Oct 12 | Closed |
| (Staff Day) | |
| Tue, Oct 13 | 10:00AM to 8:00PM |
| Wed, Oct 14 | 10:00AM to 8:00PM |
| Thu, Oct 15 | 10:00AM to 8:00PM |
| Fri, Oct 16 | 10:00AM to 5:00PM |
| Sat, Oct 17 | 10:00AM to 5:00PM |
| Sun, Oct 18 | Closed |
The Jarrettsville Library is located near the intersection of Routes 165 and 23. In addition to a meeting room, we have a spacious, natural light-filled reading area in which visitors may read or connect their devices to WIFI.
