09.12.24 Experience 1800s cooking during Food on the Missouri Frontier
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 12, 2024
Media Contact: Marcy Caldwell
(816) 503-4831 | mcaldwell@jacksongov.org
Experience early 1800s cooking at 'Food on the Missouri Frontier' at Fort Osage National Historic Landmark
SIBLEY, Mo. – Jackson County Parks + Rec is pleased to present “Food on the Missouri Frontier” on Saturday, September 21 at Fort Osage National Historic Landmark. The entire family will enjoy the sights and smells of history in the making! See live demonstrations of hearth cooking and food preparation techniques from the early 1800s. Walk through our heirloom garden on one of our garden tours to see how fruits and vegetables have changed over time. Learn how the soldiers and civilians of Fort Osage preserved food for the long winter and take home recipe cards for some of our favorite historic foods. Food and refreshments will be available on the grounds.
What: Food on the Missouri Frontier
When: Saturday, September 21, 2024
9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Where: Fort Osage National Historic Landmark
105 Osage Street, Sibley, MO 64088
Cost: $8 Adults, $4 Youth & Seniors
Contact: Fred Goss, Jackson County Parks + Rec Site Administrator (816) 650-3278
About Fort Osage National Historic Landmark
Fort Osage National Historic Landmark is owned and managed by Jackson County Parks + Rec. Built in 1808, under the initial direction of William Clark of the Lewis and Clark Expedition, Fort Osage served a dual role as both a military garrison and a trade center. Today, authentically attired historical interpreters take visitors on a journey through Fort Osage’s past. Guests will enjoy breathtaking views of the reconstructed historic site that overlooks the Missouri River as they learn about the daily life of military, civilian and Native American populations at Fort Osage. Also explore 4,000 square feet of museum exhibitions in the Fort Osage Education Center and a museum store with books, unique gifts and souvenirs. Fort Osage National Historic Landmark is open year-round, Tuesday through Sunday 9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.