The Muskegon Museum of Art is excited to present Julia Child: A Recipe for Life, which opened June 5. The exhibition is an immersive experience that explores the key ingredients in Julia Childs personal journey to becoming a culinary icon in America. Visitors will step into a replica of her famous television studio from The French Chef; explore the sights, sounds, and scents from her kitchen; and discover the inspiring moments where she transformed American cuisine. Julia Child: A Recipe for Life will be on view at the Muskegon Museum of Art until Monday, Sept. 1. The Julia Child Foundation, which Julia created to carry on her contributions, marvels at how Julias example still inspires individuals to learn to cook and pursue their dreams as well as make our food more delicious and sustainable. As one of the most comprehensive portraits of Julias story and legacy, Julia Child: A Recipe for Life is not to be missed, said Todd Schulkin, executive director of the Julia Child Foundation for Gastronomy and the Culinary Arts. Julia Child: A Recipe for Life explores pivotal, inspiring moments in Julia Childs life and the supportive network of family and friends that contributed to her career, offering a comprehensive view beyond her renowned status as a television personality and author. Visitors will experience interactive spaces like The French Chef television studio, where they can operate a vintage video camera, mix ingredients and feel like part of the show. Photographs by Julias husband, Paul Child, are also included, along with her personal correspondence and favorite kitchen tools. Tickets to Julia Child: A Recipe for Life are $20 per adult, $5 for Muskegon Museum of Art Members, and $2 for children under 17. Each ticket includes admission to all other galleries and exhibitions at the art museum and can be purchased in the museum store upon arrival. The museum is in Muskegon, Mich. The museum will be hosting a series of events inspired by Julia Child. Lets get cooking with Julia Childs recipes is in partnership with the Culinary Institute of Michigan. The program will be whipping up Julias famed recipes with live cooking demos throughout the summer. The Playhouse at White Lake is excited to present Julia Childs Bon Apptit! A Delicious Cabaret. Get ready for a feast of music and laughter inBon Apptit!, a 20-minute comic opera by Lee Hoiby that serves up a deliciously witty tribute to the legendary Julia Child. This playful performance recreates two episodes of her iconic TV show, The French Chef, featuring her famous chocolate cake recipe, complete with Childs signature humor and flair. Julia Childs Better with Butter Class will take place Wednesdays, July 23 and Aug. 27. Julia Child once said, With enough butter, anything is good. Learn how to make butter with The Cheese Lady, Kathleen Fagan Riegler. Tickets to this event are $18 for the public and $15 for members and include admission tothe exhibit prior to the class. Julia Child Happy Birthday Party and Happy Hour will take place on Friday, Aug. 15. Don pearls and celebrate Julias birthday in style. Tour the exhibition with docents, enjoy light bites and birthday cake, printmaking with food, and a bubbly toast. Tickets are $23 for the public and $15 for members. Advanced registration for this event is encouraged. For more information about the exhibition and events, visit www.muskegonartmuseum.org/event/julia-child-a-recipe-for-life. Julia Child: A Recipe for Life is a touring exhibition produced and managed by Flying Fish, developed in collaboration with the Napa Valley Museum, under rights granted by The Julia Child Foundation for Gastronomy and the Culinary Arts and The Schlesinger Library, Radcliffe Institute at Harvard University, and generously supported by Oceania Cruises. Julia Child: A Recipe for Life is locally presented by Mike & Kay Olthoff and sponsored by DTE Energy, Hines Corporation, Steve & Deb Olsen, Gary & Wendy Merkey, Patrick OLeary & Karen Yamasaki, Jean Chin, Amy Tenny, Swanson Pickle, Fifth Third Bank, Bekins - TrevArrow, Straight Line Design, and WGVU Public Media.