Events

The exhibit, presented by Historic New England, showcases original kitchens and kitchen artifacts that span centuries as well as geographic locations. Each item in the exhibition tells a story about life in that time period –  about food preparation and other domestic work; the use of household help; the impacts of new technologies; changes in gadgets and appliances; how advertising portrays women’s roles. Excerpts from letters and diaries that will also be on display reveal both nostalgic memories and despair at the endless drudgery of kitchen work.

The LongHouse Reserve (133 Hands Creek Rd., East Hampton, NY, 11937) will host a special exhibition entitled African Ceramics at LongHouse: 2500 Years of Clay from May 1-July 10. The exhibition will span 2500 years of clay artistry and the geographic and historic breadth of the African continent.

Root. Home Decor is celebrating its grand opening until July 4. This boutique is affiliated with Vizzini and Company Designer Showroom. Stop by at 59 Maple Ave., Red Bank, NJ, 07701.

Shop the ABC Carpet & Home Summer Sale now through July 18th. Go wild and save up to 75 percent off original prices on select items at all store locations. Hundreds of never-before reduced items from designers such as Tom Dixon, John Reeves, Barbara Barry and Ralph Lauren are now discounted up to 40 percent of original prices. In addition, select bedding and quilts are now up to 50 percent off, an assortment of throws and pillows are now 75 percent off and a mix of baby accessories and clothing are 60 percent off.