Cookbook storage at Museum

New cookbook storage at the museum is perfect although somewhat chilly if the freezer door is open nearby.
Interesting that the walk-in freezer stores old film that needs to be kept cold. Archivist Linda Whitaker explained why this freezer is so important using words like storage of "explosive vulnerable film" and "vintage movie film negatives" and "nitrate negatives." After Linda's explanation and looking up nitrate negatives on Wikipedia, the freezer makes a lot of sense!
Thanks to Linda for creating this space for Tastes & Treasures, A Storytelling Cookbook of Historic Arizona.

Ruth McLeod felt the chilling effects of the walk-in freezer.

Historical League September Meeting

General Membership Meeting  Date: 9/12/2016

Our Fall season starts with Linda Whitaker, Archivist, speaking on the history of the museum building and funding of the AZ Heritage Center at Papago Park which is the Arizona Historical Society's Museum in Tempe.
Meeting 10:00 - 11:15 am. 
Lunch 11:30 am - 12:15 pm ($15 suggested donation) 
Guest Speaker 12:15 - 1:00 pm. 

San Diego Historic Tour

Mary Garbaciak organized a fabulous historic tour of Balboa Park in San Diego. Thirteen ladies joined her for this adventure. Just returning from the trip, she describes what is happening in the pictures below.

"In the first picture guide Gabe Selak is telling us about the history of the brewing companies in San Diego and how they have grown and become a part of the development of the community. 

 The 2nd picture is with Jan Kenealy, Archivist.  She spoke about the historical archives that are stored in the basement of Balboa Park.  She was kind enough to put out several very old articles of interest to our ladies.  There are literally millions of photos, documents and articles in these vaults that are available to the public.  Both Gabe and Jane were most appreciative of the Tastes & Treasures  historic cookbook that I gave them as gifts."