
Julia Child: A Recipe for Life
June 5 – September 1
Julia Child: A Recipe for Life invites visitors to immerse themselves in the essential ingredients of Julia’s personal journey – from her early days in Paris to her groundbreaking cookbook and TV show.
Discover the passion and perseverance that made Julia a culinary icon and be inspired by her legacy – one that continues to influence and inspire generations of food enthusiasts and trailblazers.
In this immersive exhibition, step into a replica of her famous TV set and experience the signs, sounds, and scents of Julia Child..
Admission:
- $20 Non-Member (includes general admission to the museum)
- $5 MMA Members
- $2 Kids
Admission tickets can be purchased in the Museum Store during your visit.
Exhibition Events:
MMA Member-Only Preview:
- Wednesday, June 4 | 5-7 PM (RSVP Only – Click here to RSVP)
Live Cooking Demos w/ The Culinary Institute of Michigan
- Thursday, June 19 | 1-2 PM & 6-7 PM
- Thursday, July 17 | 1-2 PM & 6-7 PM
- Thursday, August 21 | 1-2 PM & 6-7 PM
Julia Child’s Bon Appétit! (The Playhouse at White Lake)
- Friday, July 11 | 7:30 PM
- Saturday, July 12 | 7;30 PM
- Sunday, July 13 | 3 PM
Super Saturday – Printmaking with Fruit (Inspired by Julia Child)
- Saturday, July 12 | 11 AM – 2 PM
- Wednesday, July 23 | 6-8 PM
- Thursday, August 27 | 6-8 PM
Julia Child Birthday Party & Happy Hour
- Thursday, August 15 | 4:30-6:30 PM




SPONSORS:
Presented by Mike & Kay Olthoff

