The Free Library’s newest exhibition, We Are What We Eat, explores the intersection of food, community, and identity. With recipes and cooking techniques passed down through generations, culinary heritage helps preserve flavors and traditions of our ancestors. Food also connects us with the here and now, helping build social bonds through sharing meals. In addition to connecting us with our culture and the people around us, food also exists as a form of self-expression. Dietary choices may reflect our values and beliefs. Certain foods may evoke special sensory memories, making them deeply ingrained in our selfhood. Where and how we get our food raises ethical questions about the environment and equity of access. 

Meet in the Dietrich Gallery in the Rare Book Department on the third floor of Parkway Central Library for this free tour led by the exhibition’s curator. The event is open to the public, and registration is not required.

We Are What We Eat is on view from April 1, 2024 through November 2, 2024.

Visit freelibrary.org/eat to learn more about the exhibition and related events.