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  • Friday, April 19, 5:00 pm – 7:30 pm – Blithewold in Bloom: a 2024 American Daffodil Society Show

    Join Blithewold Mansion Gardens & Arboretum and the American Daffodil Society on April 19 at 5 pm to celebrate the dedication of Blithewold’s exhibition space, which will be officially named the Marjorie Van Wickle Lyon Gallery. The address is 101 Ferry Road in Bristol, Rhode Island.

    Get a sneak peek at the glorious display of floral arrangements and specimens in the Visitors Center and throughout the first floor of the Mansion. Guests will enjoy delicious hors d’ouevre from The Kitchen at Blithewold, signature cocktails, and a performance by students at The Ballet Center.

    Pre-registration is required on Eventbrite HERE. Limited to only 100 tickets. $40 for members, $50 for nonmembers.

  • Wednesday, April 24, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm – Nature Mandala: Day’s Eye

    Local artist Beth Adoette is coming to Blithewold to share her unique practice of partnering with nature in a monthly workshop series. This workshop offers people the opportunity to unplug and be in the moment while exploring beautiful objects of nature. Please note that nature mandalas are ephemeral and will not be taken home. Photographs are encouraged. High-resolution, edited photographs can be ordered separately at the workshop for an additional fee.  $40 for Blithewold members, $45 for nonmembers.

    Hundreds of years ago, the daisy was called “day’s eye” in England, and “the eye of the day” in Wales. These lovely names are derived from the way this flower it opens its petals in the morning in the east, turns to follow the sun’s path, closes back up at night, and in the night turns towards the east again in anticipation of the sun. In this April 24 workshop, we take our cue from this humble yet wise flower, as we try to identify our objectives and create a nature mandala to act as a beautiful and practical reminder of our daily intentions. Register at https://www.blithewold.org/event/nature-mandala-series-with-beth-adoette-2/

  • Wednesday, February 28, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm – Nature Mandala: Expanding Peace Mandalas

    Local artist Beth Adoette is coming to Blithewold to share her unique practice of partnering with nature in a monthly workshop series. This workshop offers people the opportunity to unplug and be in the moment while exploring beautiful objects of nature. Please note that nature mandalas are ephemeral and will not be taken home. Photographs are encouraged. High-resolution, edited photographs can be ordered separately at the workshop for an additional fee. 

    The February 28 session begins at 6 pm with a brief introduction to the origins of the ancient Celtic Circle and Caim Prayers, and then challenges us to expand these concepts to see the world in a larger, more inclusive, and connected way. We begin with the hope for peace and protection for ourselves, and then explore what it might look like visually through an expanding view of the world. Let’s try to envision what an intention, hope, or prayer may look like that not only seeks peace for ourselves, but for a much larger world in which we are inherently connected.

    Class size is limited to 10. $40 Blithewold Members | $45 Nonmembers. Register at https://www.blithewold.org/event/nature-mandala-series-with-beth-adoette-2/

  • Wednesdays through September 6, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm – Music at Sunset: Blithewold Concert Series 2023

    Spread out the picnic, soak up the warmth of the summer sun over Narragansett Bay, and enjoy a variety of musical performances by local musicians, at Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum at 101 Ferry Road in Bristol, Rhode Island.

    Guests are encouraged to bring picnic dinners and chairs or blankets. RI Cruisin’ Cocktails will be serving non-alcoholic as well as drinks with a kick inspired by the gardens! Provided by RI Cruisin’ Cocktails. There are 33 acres of gardens and grounds, including a 10-acre lawn, where you can spread out and enjoy the music and gorgeous views over the bay.

    6 – 8 PM $5 – $60

    Preregistration is required! Tickets will be sold online only. Carload pricing is for 4 passenger cars and 2 passenger cars.
    Additional tickets need to be purchased for additional passengers arriving in the same car.

    The day before the concert you will receive a printout. Please print it and place it in the windshield of your car. It will be checked in when you arrive. Rain dates for some concerts. To register visit https://www.blithewold.org/event/music-at-sunset-summer-concert-series/

  • Through Sunday, October 16 – David Bird’s Becorns

    David Bird is a photographer based in Danielson, Connecticut. He makes characters out of acorns, sticks, and whatever else he finds in the back yard, and then photographs them in the wild with real animals. Most of these photos are the result of a careful study of animal behavior, patience, and a lot of birdseed. An exhibit of his photographs will be on view at Blithewold Garden, 101 Ferry Road (Rt. 114) in Bristol, Rhode Island through October 16. For more information visit www.blithewold.org or call 401-253-2707. Check out David Bird’s website here. Included with general admission

  • Tuesday, December 14, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm – Creating a Holiday Floral Centerpiece Workshop

    Blithewold Mansion, Gardens & Arboretum are not too far to drive from the Greater Boston Area.

    Take some time to enjoy a workshop with Blakely Szosz who has a decidedly informal approach to formal design. We will create a stunning and long-lasting floral centerpiece to dress up your seasonal decor.

    We are excited to note that designs will be assembled without single-use floral foam. Multiple techniques and tricks will be discussed and shared so that participants can practice eco-friendly design at home all year long. The workshop will take place on December 14 from 6 – 8 at Blithewold, 101 Ferry Road in Bristol, Rhode Island, and is $55 for Blithewold members, $65 for nonmembers plus fee. Register at https://www.blithewold.org/event/creating-a-holiday-floral-centerpiece-with-blakely-szosz/

  • Saturday, February 29, 10:00 am – 11:00 am – Foundations in Gardening: The Secret World of Wildlife

    This February 29 presentation at 10 am at Blithewold, 101 Ferry Road in Bristol, Rhode Island, will discuss the secret world of wildlife that resides within Blithewold and detail the gardens and the wildlife species within them. Information about the wildlife will include species profiles, life cycles, symbiotic relationships, and fun facts. We will be providing information about the importance of a healthy habitat and how you can benefit wildlife in your own backyard. Speakers are Read and Melanie Gardiner. Register at https://www.blithewold.org/event/foundations-in-gardening-the-secret-world-of-wildlife/

    $15 Members | $20 Non-Members

  • Saturday, February 15, 9:30 am – 11:00 am – Foundations in Gardening: Native Trees and Shrubs

    Your backyard and Blithewold have much more in common than you think. Director of horticulture Fred Perry and horticulturist Joe Verstandig dive into the details of New England’s native woody plants on February 15 from 9:30 – 11. The lecture will discuss the criteria for being a native plant, the role natives play in the ecosystem, and some of the best-cultivated species to add in your garden. Blithewold is located at 101 Ferry Road in Bristol. Rhode Island, and you may register at https://www.blithewold.org/event/foundations-in-gardening-native-trees-and-shrubs/

    $25 Members | $30 Non-Members

  • Saturday, February 8, 9:30 am – 11:00 am – Foundations in Gardening: Gardening in the Shade

    Do you struggle with lack of sun in your yard? This Blithewold class on February 8 from 9:30 – 11 is for you. This class will help you embrace the hidden joys of the shaded garden. We will discuss different types of shade gardens from dry shade to wet shade, dappled light to deep shade. We will also go over the best tried and true plants to make the most of this underutilized garden space. Betsy Ekholm leads, and the garden is located at 101 Ferry Road, Rt. 114, in Bristol. Rhode Island. Register at https://www.blithewold.org/event/foundations-in-gardening-gardening-in-the-shade/

    $25 Members | $30 Non-Members

  • Saturday, February 1, 9:30 am – 11:00 am – Foundations in Gardening: Small Gardens for Big Enjoyment

    Are you reconsidering the size of your garden or thinking of simplifying your garden space? This Blithewold class on February 1 from 9:30 – 11 will focus on basic garden principles applied to small spaces to maximize your garden enjoyment. Small gardens can be both beautiful and functional: from creating a mini wildlife sanctuary to expressing dynamic tastes to providing a space for relaxation. Learn from Gail Read’s photo visits to friend’s gardens – discover how they enjoy their small gardens in a big way. Blithewold is located at 101 Ferry Road, Rt. 114, in Bristol, Rhode Island.

    $25 Members | $30 Non-Members. For more information, and to register, visit https://www.blithewold.org/event/foundations-in-gardening-small-gardens-for-big-enjoyment/