Free and open to the public, Art in Bloom exhibits imaginative floral interpretations of selected works of art from Mia’s permanent collection, created by more than 100 individual and commercial florists. Over the course of the four-day festival, everyone is invited to experience the floral beauty and fragrance throughout the museum, take a free guided tour, and enjoy family activities for our younger guests.

Schedule:

Thursday, April 27, 2023

Lecture with Jennifer Jewell on "Cultivating Place and A Garden Culture of Care"
Jennifer Jewell, author and national award-winning public radio program host, will share the philosophy of Cultivating Place, the idea that gardens and gardeners can be powerful agents for change in our world. Not only can they foster health and well being, but gardens can help address challenges such as climate change, habitat loss, and even cultural polarization. Jewell will explore the roles we play, the gardening practices we engage in, and how these impact the greater world. She will share resources and ideas that can guide us in ways we can all grow our world better – and beautifully. An inspirational thinker and presenter, Jewell regularly serves as a keynote speaker for horticultural organizations large and small across the country.

Friday, April 28, 2023

Party in Bloom fundraising event
The Friends of the Institute invite you to celebrating the 39th annual Art in Bloom at Party in Boom, a fresh reimagining of the former Preview Party, hosted by the Galleria. Please join us for a spectacular evening celebrating the beauty of spring with flowers and Friends. The party begins at Mia’s 24th Street entrance. Upon arrival, guests can socialize during cocktail hour in the Thomas Barlow Walker Gallery. Wind through the galleries for an intimate look at some floral art interpretations on your way to dinner in the Reception Hall. Join us after dinner in the Artful Afters Lounge, where you can enjoy a rare after-hours experience at Mia.

Saturday, April 29, 2023

"Beauty and Bounty: Creating Sustainable Landscapes and Gardens for People, Plants, and Pollinators"
Featuring University of Minnesota professor Julie Weisenhorn, and Holly Miller and Rachel Spiess from Bachman’s. Heather Johnson from Bachman’s will moderate the presentations.

Imagine your garden, yard, or patio full of blooms and abounding with bees, butterflies, and wildlife with beautiful, sustainable plantings for every season. Learn the secrets for success during this 90-minute seminar with horticultural experts from the University of Minnesota and Bachman’s as they take you through best practices and resources in sustainable design, pollinator support, and how to create and care for a gorgeous garden you can learn from and love. Heather Johnson, who regularly appears on Bachman’s WCCO segment as their lead horticulturalist, will moderate the presentations.

Sunday, April 30, 2023

Buds and Blooms Family Event
Buds & Blooms is Art in Bloom’s family event that children can enjoy together with their families. Inspired by our signature piece, a 19th century embroidered silk robe, this  year’s activities include dance performances by young dancers from the CAAM Chinese Dance Theater, a take-home fresh flower art project, adding your own personal “scale” to our huge community art dragon, and more.

Date: April 27 - 30, 2023

Hours:

Thursday, April 27, 2023: 10:00 am to 9:00 pm
Friday, April 28, 2023: 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Saturday, April 29, 2023: 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Sunday, April 30, 2023: 10:00 am to 5:00 pm

Location:

Minneapolis Institute of Art
2400 Third Avenue South
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55404

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