Art in Bloom

Friday, June 20 – Sunday, June 22 – Ogunquit Museum Art in Bloom & Garden Party

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The Ogunquit Museum of American Art will host its annual Art in Bloom event from Friday, June 20 through Sunday, June 22. During this three-day event, the museum will showcase up to 15 floral sculptures created by area garden clubs, professional florists, and independent floral designers. Responding to works of art on view, each designer will present an arrangement made from organic matter including seed pods, driftwood, and other natural treasures. Art in Bloom is included in the price of museum admission.

Join us for an afternoon of celebration at our annual Garden Party! Join friends and the floral designers of Art in Bloom for drinks, light fare, music, and a stunning view of the ocean in our beautiful gardens and grounds. The visitor’s choice award for best floral display from Art in Bloom will be announced live at this event. The celebration will take place from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. in the museum’s outdoor Sculpture Garden, weather permitting. Tickets are $50 per person, and may be purchased at https://ogunquitmuseumofamericanart.ticketing.veevartapp.com/tickets/view/list/the-garden-party-2025

The Museum is located at 543 Shore Road in Ogunquit, Maine.

For more information email info@ogunquitmuseum.org.

Friday – Sunday, June 13 – 15 – Blooming Art at the Old Mill

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A Celebration of Art & Flowers!   The Martha’s Vineyard Garden Club’s iconic ‘Blooming Art’ event will take place this year at The Old Mill in West Tisbury (690 Edgartown-West Tisbury Road) on  June 13, 14, and 15.  All art on display will be for sale.  All funds raised during this event will benefit the Club’s Charitable initiatives.  The MVGC looks forward to your attendance and your support!   

The Club’s ‘Blooming Art’ event showcases creations of island artists paired with interpretive floral arrangements by our MV Garden Club members under the roof of the charming and historic Old Mill located in West Tisbury…which is owned and maintained by the MV Garden Club. Our Club, which is the Island’s oldest conservation organization, takes great pride in hosting this event for the enjoyment of our Island Community and visitors who attend.   

A Little Background:  ‘Blooming Art’ is modeled after the Boston Museum of Fine Arts  ‘Art in Bloom’ show, which is an annual celebration of floral arrangements inspired by the Museum’s many masterpieces.  Beginning in the early days of the MVGC Blooming Art event, The Old Mill was transformed into a gallery filled with the art of Vineyard artists displayed along with interpretive floral arrangements created by Garden Club members.  All artwork is for sale and the proceeds from the ‘Blooming Art’ event, will go towards supporting the Club’s charitable initiatives, including the Garden Club’s Scholarship Fund and the Old Mill Preservation Fund.

For information on times, admission costs, and parking, visit https://www.marthasvineyardgardenclub.org/

Friday, May 2 – Sunday, May 4 – Art in Bloom 2025

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Celebrate spring’s arrival with Art in Bloom at the Museum of Fine Arts Boston! This beloved event showcases the expertise of New England garden clubs, professional designers, and MFA floral volunteers, who create interpretive arrangements inspired by artworks from the collection. Enjoy dozens of bold arrangements throughout the building, along with special events, guided tours, dining, and shopping. This year’s event takes place May 2 – May 4 during Museum hours. Specific lectures and workshops may be found at https://www.mfa.org/event/special-event/art-in-bloom. Highlights include Sandra Sigman Master Classes on Saturday, May 3 at 10:30 am and 1:30 pm (members $300, nonmembers $325), a Member Night on Saturday May 3 from 6 – 10, and a community installation with Jimmy Guzman all weekend, which allows visitors to assist him as he builds botanical pieces in Gallery 168.

Thursday, April 24 – Sunday, April 27 – Fitchburg Art Museum Art in Bloom

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Art in Bloom returns this Spring to the Fitchburg Art Museum. Visit the Fitchburg Art Museum and enjoy floral arrangements crafted by local florists, artists, and Laurelwood Garden Club members inspired by the works of art on view.

The Champagne Reception will be on Friday, April 25, 2025. For more information, and to purchase tickets, visit https://fitchburgartmuseum.org/etn/upcoming-program-art-in-bloom-2025/

Saturday, April 27, 10:30 am and 2:00 pm – Art in Bloom Master Classes with Semia Dunne

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Join the Museum of Fine Arts Boston in creating your own floral masterpiece using a bevy of unique spring florals. Create an arrangement that emphasizes form and movement as you embrace a new understanding of the art of floral design. Led by master florist Semia Dunne from Providence, Rhode Island. MFA members $275, nonmembers $295. Register after April 2 at https://www.mfa.org/event/special-event/art-in-bloom

Friday, April 26 – Sunday, April 28 – Art in Bloom

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We are thrilled to announce that Art in Bloom returns to the MFA’s galleries on Friday, April 26, 2024! You won’t want to miss these beautiful interpretive floral arrangements of 45 artworks. Enjoy the creativity of many talented volunteer and professional floral designers. Preview Day is Thursday, April 25. Tickets and group tour reservations are available now at https://www.mfa.org/event/special-event/art-in-bloom

Wednesday, October 18, 2:00 pm – Art in Bloom On The Road

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The October meeting of The Garden Club of the Back Bay will be held at The Chilton Club, 152 Commonwealth Avenue, on October 18 at 2 pm. This is a members only meeting, but if you’d like to join the Club, visit their website at https://gardenclubbackbay.org/store to take advantage of the full year of activities planned for 2023 – 2024.

The MFA Boston was the first museum in the country to host Art in Bloom — a magnificent pairing of flowers and art.  The Art in Bloom Roadshow brings the Art in Bloom experience to you with an informative PowerPoint presentation of the art and flower arrangements that wows visitors. 

The PowerPoint will be presented by an engaging MFA art guide who has been trained by the museum.  It is followed by a live floral demonstration by an MFA trained Associate.  The floral arrangement is inspired by an art object from the MFA’s collection.  

The Art in Bloom Roadshow offers a compelling “guided tour” and an up-close look at the stunning flowers and art that make Art in Bloom the busiest weekend of the year at the MFA Boston. If you have any questions about GCBB programs, feel free to contact Program Committee co-chairs, Jackie Blombach or Christine Hirshland.

Thursday, April 28 – Sunday, May1 – Fitchburg Art Museum Art in Bloom

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Art in Bloom returns to the museum galleries this spring. Come back to Fitchburg Art Museum and see flower arrangements and tablescapes crafted by local florists, garden clubs, and FAM staff interpreting the art in our collection. Beginning Thursday, April 28, there will be Hidden Treasurers Tours. On Friday, April 29 from 6 – 8, enjoy a festive champagne reception ($25 FAM members, $30 public). On Saturday there will be an artist talk with YoAhn Han at 2 pm. Fees to attend Art in Bloom are $15 for adults, $10 seniors and students, FAM members Free. For links to reserve tickets and purchase a spot at the champagne reception, visit https://fitchburgartmuseum.org/art-in-bloom/ Sponsored in part by Laurelwood Garden Club in Fitchburg. The Museum is located at 185 Elm Street in Fitchburg.

Friday, April 28 – Sunday, April 30 – Art in Bloom at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston

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Art in Bloom returns to the MFA’s galleries on Friday, April 28, 2023. You won’t want to miss these beautiful interpretive floral arrangements of 45 artworks. Enjoy the creativity of professional floral designers and many talented volunteers. Cost is included in general admission, but on Member Night, Saturday April 29 from 6 – 9, Members and their guests enjoy an exclusive viewing of Art in Bloom, as well as access to the MFA’s galleries, including “Making Past Present: Cy Twombly,” “Hokusai: Inspiration and Influence,” and “Hear Me Now: The Black Potters of Old Edgefield, South Carolina.” Separate tickets are required for this exclusive and fun event. Get tickets and learn more at https://www.mfa.org/event/special-event/art-in-bloom

Friday, October 14 – Sunday, October 16, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm – Art in Bloom Flower Show at Heritage Museums & Gardens

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Objects from Heritage Museums & Gardens’ permanent collection will be uniquely showcased in this special three-day Floral Design event, held in the Heald Center of the J.K. Lilly III Automobile Gallery. Dozens of floral designers from Cape Cod and the Southeastern Massachusetts area will delight visitors with top-quality floral interpretations of objects from Heritage’s own collection, chosen by each designer. Each floral design will be staged with a mounted photo of the artwork. Free with admission or membership. No advance registration required. Free for Heritage members, $21 Adult / $11 Youth / Free 2 & under for nonmembers. For more information visit www.heritagemuseumsandgardens.org