Come celebrate at the Maxwell Museum of Anthropology as we open a new exhibit, Entangled Cultures: How Humans and Microbes Co-create through Fermentation, on Saturday March 8, from 2:00 – 4:00 PM.  Register for the opening here.

This exhibit explores the interplay of cultural and microbiological forces from the origin of our species through the development of fermentation practices across human and microbial cultures. Drawing from the Maxwell Museum’s collections, Entangled Cultures presents diverse global examples of traditional vessels used in the creation and consumption of fermented foods and beverages. The exhibit retraces the origins of many now ubiquitous ferments, such as wine, beer, bread, and cheese, and reflects on the ever-changing nature of human-microbe relationships. Read more about the exhibit here. 

Opening remarks by Director Carla Sinopoli at 2:15 PM.  Live improvisational music by PMDAIN (Dain Daller). 

PMDain (Dain Daller) produces ambient techno compositions on an array of analog and digital hardware synthesizers. Although he is inspired by many ambient techno artists from the past, he has his own distinctive 'ambient acid' aesthetic. When performing live, he now prefers to improvise loops and tracks on the spot. Visit this link to hear some of PMDains sonic creations. 

A variety of fermented foods and non-alcoholic beverages made by local providers will be available to sample and purchase, including: