Green Gold: The Avocado’s Remarkable Journey from Humble Superfood to Toast of a Nation

Name: Green Gold: The Avocado’s Remarkable Journey from Humble Superfood to Toast of a Nation | The Huntington
Start: Thu, Nov 13 2025
Location: The Huntington

Event

Enjoy a lively presentation about the cultural history of the avocado and the people who transformed it into an American obsession with third-generation avocado grower, journalist, editor, and audio producer Monique Parsons.

Lectures

Gardens

Parsons will present a behind-the-scenes look at how dedicated avocado enthusiasts in Mexico and California navigated the Great Depression, two world wars, Mexican revolutions, violent drug lords, drought, and disease to develop an ideal fruit that captivated the palates and hearts of consumers across the globe.

A book signing and plant sale immediately follow the presentation.

You can order Green Gold: The Avocado’s Remarkable Journey from Humble Superfood to Toast of a Nation from the Huntington Store.

Key Details

Reservations are required to attend the talk.
No entry to the grounds before 2 p.m.
Book purchases and signing will take place on the patio outside the Ahmanson Classroom.
No early bird shopping.
Rain or shine.