FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
July 8, 2026
Beyond the Exhibition: Introducing Exclusive After Hours Events
Explore the Kitchen Science at Arizona Science Center
In celebration of the limited-time exhibition Julia Child: A Recipe for Life, explore a vibrant lineup of related events that extend her legacy beyond the gallery.
Arizona Science Center’s Beyond the Exhibition Series offers exclusive after-fours events celebrate Julia’s passion for cooking, baking, and joyful experimentation, bringing flavor, creativity, and curiosity to life through unforgettable experiences. Experiences include:
The Joy of Etching
Saturday, July 18 | Saturday, August 1 | Thursday, August 13
6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Cost: $40 Non-Member, $36 Member
Design and personalize your own etched wine glass—a one-of-a-kind keepsake inspired by Julia's passion for gathering people around the table.
Apron Embroidery
Saturday, July 11 | Friday, August 14
4:00 – 6:00 p.m. & 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Cost: $50 Non-Member, $45 Member
Recommended Age 7+
Learn the fundamentals of hand embroidery while creating a personalized kitchen apron.
A Recipe for Beautiful Cakes
Sunday, July 12 & Sunday, July 19
6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Cost: $55 Non-Member, $50 Member
Recommended Age 7+
Celebrate the art of baking through a hands-on cake-decorating workshop inspired by the Julia Child: A Recipe for Life exhibition, led by the owner of Dulce Miel Bakery.
A Taste of France
Saturday, July 25 | Saturday, August 22
5:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Cost: $55 Non-Member, $50 Member
Experience Julia Child: A Recipe for Life After Hours with a curated tasting of French wines.
Crochet Pot Holder
Sunday, July 26 | Thursday, August 20
5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Cost: $50 Non-Member, $40 Member
Recommended Age 7+
Learn the foundations of crochet in this beginner-friendly, hands-on workshop inspired by Julia Child: A Recipe for Life.
Hand Designed Wood Burned Cutting Board
Friday, July 31 | Saturday, August 29
4:00 – 6:00 p.m. & 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Cost: $65 Non-Member, $60 Member
Recommended Age 7+
Combine creativity and craftsmanship in this hands-on workshop where you’ll design and personalize your own wooden cutting board.
Space is limited. To reserve tickets, please visit AzScience.org
Julia Child: A Recipe for Life is on display at Arizona Science Center through September 20, 2026. The exhibition explores the key ingredients in Julia’s personal journey, which became part of America’s culinary revolution, through a series of immersive experiences.
For media inquiries about Arizona Science Center please contact Kristina Celik at celikk@azscience.org.
To view photos from the exhibition, click here.
About Arizona Science Center
Located in downtown Phoenix, Arizona Science Center is home to the Dorrance DOME—one of the most advanced digital domes in the world—where immersive astronomy shows, live performances, and community events bring art, science, and culture together beneath a dazzling 60-foot display.
Beyond the Dorrance DOME, the Science Center features more than 300 hands-on exhibits, a five-story giant-screen theater, live demonstrations, traveling exhibitions, and dynamic STEM programs for all ages. Offerings include Science on Wheels, CAMP INNOVATION, teen initiatives, professional development workshops, and Adults’ Night Out: Science With A TWIST. Whether onsite or at your location, the Center delivers unforgettable, hands-on STEM learning experiences. To learn more or reserve tickets, visit azscience.org or call 602.716.2000. Follow us on Instagram, X, Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube.