War-Time Recipes for a War Hero’s Legacy
Join us for the Victory Garden Cook-Off at the Aerospace Museum of California, an evening that brings together food, history, and community in honor of America’s WWII home front.
During World War II, families across the country grew Victory Gardens and created meals from limited ingredients, saving essential supplies for those serving overseas. These resourceful, homegrown recipes tell a powerful story of resilience and ingenuity, and they inspire the dishes featured in this unique cook-off.
This event also supports the preservation of a remarkable artifact: the leather flight jacket worn by George “Spanky” Roberts, the first graduate of Tuskegee University’s aviation program and the first commander of the 99th Fighter Squadron. Proceeds will help fund a museum-grade display case to protect this historic jacket, which bears one of only three known original 99th Squadron patch designs in existence.
The evening will include a special program presented in partnership with the Tuskegee Heritage Chapter of Sacramento, highlighting the history and legacy behind this extraordinary artifact.
How to Participate
Taste: Enjoy a variety of war-era inspired dishes. Tickets to attend are $45 per person.
Submit a Recipe: Share your own recipe with the community and enter the friendly competition. A $25 submission fee covers ingredients.
Raffle: Donate an item and help preserve history. 100% of raffle proceeds support artifact conservation.
Whether you bring a dish, sample the flavors, or simply come to learn, this evening celebrates how food helped fuel the home front—and how preserving history helps inspire the future.
📅 Saturday, February 28, 2026
🕔 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Aerospace Museum of California, McClellan Park
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