Upcoming Events

Everyday Meals in Revolutionary Massachusetts

September 14, 2025 2:00–5:00PM

Step back to the eve of the American Revolution and discover the foods that sustained Mass. households, soldiers, and farmers. Join 18th Century Cook Michael Duncan Smith for an engaging afternoon at the historic Parker Tavern. Drawing on probate records, newspapers, cookbooks, and journals, the presentation offers a unique window into Reading’s past, with ingredients, kitchen tools, and cooking techniques on display. Free and open to the public.