The Potato Wars is a whimsical but thoughtful exploration of local history. The installation is both a recognition of Richmond’s proud agricultural history, and a celebration of the resilience of early Chinese Market Gardeners. It examines the structural inequalities of Richmond’s settlement, and playfully explores how they relate to the neighbourhood’s current cultural and culinary context. This work unearths a forgotten nugget of local history and reintroduces it to the site, framing how we interpret place and history while delighting us in the experience.