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Hear about the beautifully designed tribute to Julie Child’s legacy with Smithsonian curator and public historian Paula J. Johnson’s book, Julia Child’s Kitchen.
Join us for a conversation that’s sure to warm your heart (and make your stomach rumble), as we delve into the legacy of cooking icon Julia Child with Smithsonian curator and public historian Paula J. Johnson, author of Julia Child’s Kitchen: The Design, Tools, Stories, and Legacy of an Iconic Space. The book includes interviews with chefs who knew Julia well, commentary on her favorite culinary tools and kitchen gadgets, and a stunning array of photos. Don’t miss this discussion and learn more about how Julia Child continues to influence food today!
About the Author: Paula J. Johnson is a curator and public historian at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History in Washington, DC. She conducts research and collects objects related to the history and culture of American food, serving as the Director of the Smithsonian’s Food History Project. Johnson is the author of several articles and three books, including Julia Child’s Kitchen: The Design, Tools, Stories, and Legacy of an Iconic Space (2024). She received the Smithsonian Distinguished Scholar in the Humanities Award in 2020.
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