Couple Buys 200-Year-Old Home—Then They Find What Was Left Behind in Cellar
Summary
A couple renovating a home built in 1834 in Michigan discovered many old jars in the basement containing home-canned food. They have not opened the jars due to safety concerns, as old canned food can carry dangerous bacteria. The jars have historical value, showing different styles and brands from past centuries.Key Facts
- The house was built in 1834 and has belonged to the Duran family for generations.
- Sommer and Antonio Duran moved into the house in 2026 and started renovations.
- They found many old jars in the basement, some from the late 1800s or early 1900s.
- The jars contain home-canned food, but the couple has not opened them for safety reasons.
- Old canned food can contain botulism, a deadly toxin from bacteria called Clostridium botulinum.
- Botulism is hard to detect because it has no smell, taste, or visible signs.
- Studies show homemade canned vegetables often cause foodborne botulism outbreaks.
- The couple is researching the jars and their markings to learn more about their history.
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