Welcome Spring with

The NCMA’s fundraising festival of art and flowers, presented by PNC, returns Wednesday through Sunday, March 15 to 19. A perennial favorite among visitors, Art in Bloom displays the stunning creativity of floral designers who interpret works of art in the Museum collection. The event in the NCMA’s West Building features over 30 beautiful arrangements inspired by art in the recently reimagined galleries. In addition, large floral installations with cinematic themes tie back to a new thematic gallery exploring the broad spectrum of the creative arts.

Meet Art in Bloom floral designers at the opening reception on Wednesday evening, March 15. Other events, also ticketed separately, include a demonstration by designer Steve Taras, presentation by horticulturalist Brie Arthur, and watercolor workshop with artist Ryan Fox.

Proceeds from Art in Bloom help fund Museum programming and exhibitions supported by the NCMA Foundation, Inc.

$30 Members

$33 Nonmembers free for children 6 and under Limited capacity

Related events ticketed separately. Additional fees are charged for select workshops, presentations, and other events.

HOURS

Wednesday, March 15, 9:30 am–4 pm (doors close 5:30 pm)

Thursday, March 16, 9:30 am–5 pm (doors close 6:30 pm)

Friday, March 17, 11 am–8 pm (doors close 9:30 pm)

Saturday, March 18, 9:30 am–8 pm (doors close at 9:30 pm)

Sunday, March 19, 9:30 am–5 pm (doors close 6:30 pm)

Tickets at ncartmuseum.org/bloom

Zoe Webster Floral Demonstration with Steve Taras

Wednesday, March 15, noon–1:30 pm

Ticket purchase required

Art in Bloom favorite Steve Taras, owner of Watered Garden Florist, leads this engaging and dynamic demo featuring gorgeous blooms from near and far. Taras’s signature style highlights creative ways to bring flowers into your home.

Sensory Journey through Flowers

Wednesday, March 15, 3–4 pm free with registration

Join us in exploring a floral arrangement through engagement of the senses. This event is intended for adults who are blind, low vision, or have a learning need that would benefit from a sensory-style experience. Audio description, ASL interpreters, and captioning provided.

Art in Bloom Designer

Opening Reception

Wednesday, March 15, 7–9 pm

Ticket purchase required

Welcome to our indoor garden! Talk with the designers who bring the Museum to floral life. Ask them about their interpretations and congratulate the winner of the Director’s Choice ribbon. Your ticket includes light snacks, beer, wine, and a specialty cocktail.

Mindful Museum: Virtual Slow Art Appreciation

Wednesday, March 15, 7–8:30 pm free with registration

Slow art is a way to communally observe and appreciate art. During this special Art in Bloom edition, participants are guided through a brief centering practice followed by an intentional observation of a floral design and its paired artwork.

Lunchtime Presentation with Brie Arthur: Inspiring Combinations for Every Garden

Thursday, March 16, noon–1:30 pm

Ticket purchase required

Join local horticulturist Brie Arthur for an informative and energetic presentation that will make any level of gardener feel like an expert. Arthur shares a wide variety of plants that are beautiful and bountiful through the growing season.

Layers of Color:

Watercolor Pouring with Ryan Fox

Saturday, March 18, 10 am–4 pm

Ticket purchase required

Learn the technique of pouring diluted watercolor directly on paper to create a wide range of colors and amazing blending effects. Through instructor demonstration, discover masking, wetting techniques, and using gravity to mix your palette.

Creative Processing in Bloom

Sunday, March 19, 2–3:30 pm free with registration

Reflect together on big (and sometimes tough) ideas about the world and ourselves through art. Explore the harmony and balance of bonsai in this workshop that includes guided group conversations, mindfulness exercises, and art making to process emotions.

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Visit ncartmuseum.org/bloom for hours of operation.

Join us in the new NCMA Café for classic British tea or champagne and canapés, featuring an artful collection of savories, tea sandwiches, floral-inspired cocktails, and exquisite pastries (reservations required through OpenTable). The Art in Bloom Cart outside West Building offers coffee and hot drinks, pastries, and frozen treats. In addition, East Café serves floral-inspired barista-crafted coffee beverages, sandwiches, salads, and made-to-order items from the grill.

Visit the Museum Store for a traditional retail experience featuring classic floral-inspired gifts such as candles, puzzles, scarves, and artwork, as well as a selection of artful merchandise from new artists and artisans. Take a memento of Art in Bloom 2023 home with you! Please reach out to help@ncartmuseum.org for all your retail needs.

March 15 and 16, 3–5 pm

Monica (Hyebin) Song

French, Japanese, and original compositions on piano

March 17, 6–8 pm

Smitha Prasad

Carnatic music of South India

March 18, 6–8 pm

March 19, 3–5 pm

Sayeh Ensemble

Persian Classical and Sufi music