Somerset House’s edible soils show
London’s Somerset House is hosting the Museum of Edible Earth — a sensory show exploring global edible soils, health practices, and ritual uses, running until April 26. The exhibit mixes tasting, science and culture into short‑form experiences aimed at reframing soil as food heritage. (x.com)
The show sits in Somerset House’s Terrace Rooms from 18 March–26 April 2026, with opening hours Sun–Wed 10:00–18:00, Thu–Fri 12:00–20:00 and Sat 10:00–20:00, and a pay-what-you-can entry model. (somersethouse.org.uk) (somersethouse.org.uk) The project was created by artist‑researcher masharu, who founded the nomadic Museum of Edible Earth in Amsterdam in 2017 and has built a database of over 600 edible soil samples from 44 countries. (somersethouse.org.uk) (somersethouse.org.uk) A communal tasting table will run guided sessions daily between 13:00–16:00 where visitors can sample a curated selection of clay, chalk and other mineral‑rich earths, each accompanied by cards noting flavour profiles, mineral content and cultural histories. (somersethouse.org.uk) (somersethouse.org.uk) Tasting is voluntary and limited to ages 16+, with Somerset House advising pregnant or breastfeeding visitors, immunocompromised people, those with serious medical conditions or certain allergies, or anyone on medication not to participate; full safety information and a participant declaration are provided on site. (somersethouse.org.uk) (somersethouse.org.uk) Somerset House has repurposed materials from its 2025 SOIL exhibition—mixing hempcrete blocks from the previous build with used coffee grounds under the guidance of The Land Gardeners to produce a nutrient‑rich compost that has been processed into a natural ink used in the new show. (somersethouse.org.uk) (somersethouse.org.uk; jealousgallery.com) The Museum of Edible Earth’s London appearance is its first UK presentation and is programmed as a follow‑on to Somerset House’s landmark 2025 SOIL season, with a dedicated Earth Day weekend of talks and workshops running Thu 16–Sun 19 April during the exhibition. (somersethouse.org.uk) (somersethouse.org.uk)
