# Event Details

- **Event Name**: History Lunch and Learn: The Tidewater Table: Fall Foodways in 18th Century Coastal Virginia
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 12 Nov, 2026 at 12:00 pm – Thu, 12 Nov, 2026 at 01:30 pm (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: Discover how our Colonial Virginian forebears enjoyed the autumnal abundance of our local fields, forests, and fishing grounds in the insightful and entertaining program. Explore the foods and beverages that may have been served by wealthy landowners like the Thoroughgoods and Boushes compared with the everyday fare of enslaved and free working-class people in our region. We’ll examine the techniques, tools, and equipment used by colonial cooks, and even debunk some of the common myths about what 18th century colonists ate and drank.


Allison Parker Hedrick is a public historian and self-described “history nerd” who specializes in telling the stories of the people of the past through material culture—the things they made, ate, wore, used, and left behind. Drawing on her years as an award-winning 18th century foodways demonstrator and reenactor, folk singer, author, artist, costumer, event planner, former television host, and stand-up comedian (yes, really!), and as Program Director for Handmade History LLC, she enjoys bringing history to life in fun and interactive ways.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/virginia-beach/history-lunch-and-learn-the-tidewater-table-fall-foodways-in-18th-century-coastal-virginia/200030587419743
- **Event Categories**: art, comedy, entertainment, workshops, music, fine-arts, literary-art
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 7

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Virginia Beach
- **state**: VA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 4409 Wishart Rd, Virginia Beach, VA, United States, Virginia 23452
- **lat**: 36.87418
- **long**: -76.12699
- **full address**: 4409 Wishart Rd, Virginia Beach, VA, United States, Virginia 23452

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is History Lunch and Learn: The Tidewater Table: Fall Foodways in 18th Century Coastal Virginia being held?
  - **A:** History Lunch and Learn: The Tidewater Table: Fall Foodways in 18th Century Coastal Virginia takes place on Thu, 12 Nov, 2026 at 12:00 pm to Thu, 12 Nov, 2026 at 01:30 pm at 4409 Wishart Rd, Virginia Beach, VA, United States, Virginia 23452.
- **Q**: Who is organizing History Lunch and Learn: The Tidewater Table: Fall Foodways in 18th Century Coastal Virginia?
  - **A:** History Lunch and Learn: The Tidewater Table: Fall Foodways in 18th Century Coastal Virginia is organized by Virginia Beach History Museums.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** History Lunch and Learn: The Tidewater Table: Fall Foodways in 18th Century Coastal Virginia is ideal for foodies, craft beverage enthusiasts, and festival fans looking for the best local flavors and experiences. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Virginia Beach, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If History Lunch and Learn: The Tidewater Table: Fall Foodways in 18th Century Coastal Virginia sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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