The Smell of History: Scent, Identity, and Culture - Scent Historian Sofia Ehrich & Scentered Workshops Arielle Tai

Together, olfactory heritage researcher Sofia Collette Ehrich and scent educator Arielle Tai explore how fragrance connects us to people, places, and memories across time—bridging academic research with a hands-on sensory experience. What to Expect Complimentary Drinks: Sangria is on the house while we chat and smell! Historical & Cultural Insights: Discover how smells have reflected social status, religious traditions, and personal rituals from sacred spaces to everyday life. Guided Smelling Session: A light, hands-on experience using a selection of carefully chosen fragrance materials to bring key concepts to life. Open Conversation: Explore how scent shapes our modern memories, identities, and daily experiences. No Experience Required: Complete beginners welcome—just bring your curiosity and your nose. About the SpeakersArielle Tai | Scentered Workshops Founder of Scentered Workshops, an Amsterdam-based scent experience studio. Arielle creates immersive perfume workshops that combine the art and science of perfumery, storytelling, and mindful sensory exploration to make the world of fragrance accessible to everyone. Sofia Collette Ehrich | The Olfactory Contractor Olfactory museologist, researcher, and founder of The Olfactory Contractor, helping museums and cultural institutions across Europe and the US use smell as a tool for public engagement. She previously served as the olfactory events manager for Odeuropa, the European research project dedicated to uncovering and preserving historical scents.