
On Saturday, November 21, 2026, Presidio San Agustin del Tucson’s “Salon and Saloon Lecture” presents “What was on the Dinner Table at the Tucson Presidio, 1776-1856?” by archaeologists Homer Thiel. Archaeological and documentary research over the past 30 years has provided extensive evidence for how food was grown, stored, cooked, and eaten at the Presidio. Homer Thiel will discuss the foods you could have found at the Presidio! This presentation will be held from 2:00-3:30 pm at Barrio Brewing Co., located at 800 E. 16th St., Tucson, AZ. Pre-Registration is $10 general, $7 for members, and $10 at the door.