Lecture: History of Candy

Susan Benjamin, candy historian, returns to the ABHM to talk about the historic origins of candy based on her book Sweet as Sin: “The Unwrapped Story of How Candy Became America’s Favorite Pleasure.” This program focuses on African American contributions to sugar production and candy making.
Title:Lecture: History of Candy
Date & Time:Saturday, October 21, 2017 • 11 a.m.-12 p.m.
Location:Alexandria Black History Museum, 902 Wythe St. (Map This)
Event Details:Susan Benjamin, candy historian, returns to the ABHM to talk about the historic origins of candy based on her book Sweet as Sin: “The Unwrapped Story of How Candy Became America’s Favorite Pleasure.” This program focuses on African American contributions to sugar production and candy making.
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Contact Phone No.:703.746.4356
Contact Email:blackhistory@alexndriava.gov
Fees:Cost is $15 and includes a tasting bag of candy. Reservations recommended: online at Alexandriava.gov/Shop or by calling 703.746.4356.
Audience:Anyone may attend
Tags:Black History Museum, Lecture, Museums, Parker Gray


For event details visit http://www.alexandriava.gov/c/16797
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