Art in Bloom
April 24–27, 2025
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Art in Bloom is an event where floral artists from across the globe are selected to interpret artworks with bloom-inspired designs. Set against the backdrop of the museum’s art-filled galleries, floral installations bring fresh perspectives to the works of art, creating an immersive, vibrant experience for all ages. The 2025 event will feature floral displays throughout the museum, interactive workshops, and exclusive programming designed to captivate and inspire. Museum visitors can enjoy the floral displays for free during open hours. Some related programs are ticketed.
Art in Bloom 2025 is co-chaired by Ann M. Keeling and Litany Webster.
Public Open Hours During Art in Bloom
- Thursday, April 24: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.*
- Friday, April 25: 11 a.m.–5 p.m. and 5–9 p.m. for Art After Dark (Members-only access from 9–11 a.m.)
- Saturday, April 26: 11 a.m.–5 p.m. (Members-only access from 9–11 a.m.)
- Sunday, April 27: 11 a.m. –5 p.m. (Members-only access from 9–11 a.m.)
Free general admission and parking.
See below for full Art in Bloom-related programming and event schedule.
*The museum will not hold its extended public hours the evening of Thursday, April 24.
Dining at the Museum
Throughout Art in Bloom, we invite you to enjoy a delicious lunch in the Terrace Café from 11 a.m.–3 p.m. on Thursday, April 24, and from 11 a.m.–4 p.m. Friday, April 25–Sunday, April 27. Reservations are strongly recommended. Please call 513-639-2986 to reserve a table (online reservations not available during Art in Bloom weekend).
Boxed lunches will be available for purchase in the Great Hall (while supplies last). Picnic in the Park packages can be ordered by calling 513-639-2986 (if ordered 24 hours in advance).
Docent-Led Tours
Friday, April 25, Saturday, April 26 and Sunday, April 27, 2025
11 a.m., 1 p.m., and 2 p.m.
Free. Registration required. Advanced registration for museum members opens Friday, March 14. Registration for the general public will open Friday, March 21.
Take a docent-led tour of Art in Bloom’s floral arrangements. Meet in the Main Lobby to join the tour. These tours cannot accommodate groups of 10 or more. To take a tour with a group of 10+ people, please call Emma Hensley, Tour Coordinator, at 513-639-2975, to reserve a time.
Pre-Art in Bloom Event Schedule
Monday, April 7
- 5:30–7 p.m. Paper Flower Making with Kristin Joiner*
Wednesday, April 9
- 5:30–7:30 p.m. Create Your Own Fascinator with Stacey Vest*
Friday, April 11
- Noon–2 p.m. Ikebana Floral Design with Teruko Nesbitt*
Art in Bloom Weekend Events Schedule
Some Art in Bloom-related events and programs will require tickets. Select presale tickets will be available for museum members beginning Friday, March 14. General public tickets will be available beginning Friday, March 21.
Thursday, April 24
- 11 a.m.–5 p.m. Sugar Flower Art Installation by Natasja Sadi
- 11 a.m.–5 p.m. "Drop-in" family art making activity in the Rosenthal Education Center (REC): Create flowers and flower crowns out of tissue paper and chenille stems
- 2–4 p.m. Meet Art in Bloom’s Floral Artists
- 6–9 p.m. Art in Bloom: A Wine & Floral Soirée*
Friday, April 25
- 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. Art in Bloom Preview Floral Luncheon*
- 11 a.m.–1 p.m. Sugar Flower Making Workshop with Natasja Sadi*
- 11 a.m.–5 p.m. "Drop-in" family art making in the REC
- 2–4 p.m. Sugar Flower Making Workshop with Natasja Sadi*
- 5–9 p.m. Art After Dark In Bloom
Saturday, April 26
- 10 a.m.–noon Steeped in Love Tea Party with The Bonbonerie*
- 11 a.m.–5 p.m.: "Drop-in" family art making in the REC
- Noon–1 p.m. Lecture with Natasja Sadi*
- 2–4 p.m. Happy Snacking… Don’t Die! Lecture with Alexis Nikole Nelson aka Black Forager*
Sunday, April 27
- 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Blooming Brunch Extravaganza with the Queens presented by the CAM Catalysts (21+)*
- 11 a.m.–5 p.m.: "Drop-in" family art making in the REC
- 1:30–3:30 p.m. The Queens’ Blooming Bash (21+)*
- 4 p.m. Art in Bloom Floral Artist Toast, Closing Awards, and Fresh Flower Sale
*Ticketed. Schedule subject to change.
Floral Artists
| Tiffany Alexander | Michelle Hammond | Monica Polkow |
| Hope Ashley | Yuping Han | Rachael Price |
| Brenda Baird | Brittany Harper | Meryam Raissouni |
| Madeline Banks | Sue & Paige Dolan | Karen Reynolds |
| Liz Betemps, Lisa Gonzalez Saffelder, Stephanie Naegel | Hunter Harris | Olivia Russell |
| Lindsay Brashear | Cofi Higgins | Suki Saran |
| Bonita Brockert | Moriah Johnston | Tomomi Sawada |
| Jenelle Buschur | Susan Kahan | Cathryn Schehr |
| Erin Callaghan | Barb Knebel | Colin Seiler |
| Matthew Cook | Daniel Koller | Keri Shinault |
| Sarah Paige Dawson | Nola Lee | Julie Singer |
| Melissa Denney | Claudia Leon | Amy Sledzik |
| Heather Duffy | Lori Libassi | Katie Smith |
| Allison Eades | TJ Lindsey | Tomika Taylor |
| Stevie Famulari | Emerald Listermann | KOUKICHI UCHIYAMA |
| Mary Melissa Flohre | Marla Lucarelli | Ann Wainscott |
| Holli Friley | Natalie Martin | Vickie Wallen |
| Nicole Gilbride | Nan Matteson | Bailey Wilson |
| Kasannah Greely | Samantha Morris | Morgan Winship |
| Holly Grim | Megan Northrup | Nan Witten |
| Dee Hall Goodwin | Savannah Pepper | Deborah Wyght |
| Michiko Hammelef | Pamela Person | Victoria Vertein |
Featured Guests
Natasja Sadi
Floral Artist
Back by popular demand in 2025, Natasja Sadi, an Amsterdam-based floral artist will return for another Art in Bloom weekend. Ms. Sadi will inspire guests through on-site creations, a workshop and a lecture.
Alexis Nikole Nelson
Forager
James Beard Award winner and foraging enthusiast, Alexis will offer an entertaining workshop on the art of foraging and cooking with edible plants. Get ready to learn, taste, and explore the fascinating world of wild edibles with her unique blend of storytelling, humor, and song!
Floral Art Selection Jury
Joshua Bickett
Director of Tiffany & Co. in Cincinnati |
Julian Collins
aka Julian Creates |
Hatsue
Japanese American Photographer based in Cincinnati |
Lea Lachey
Director of LacheyArts in Cincinnati |
Lyric Morris-Latchaw
Contemporary Oil Painter, Muralist, and Farmer |
Teruko Nesbitt
Cultural Program Coordinator, Japan American Society of Greater Cincinnati |
Rachael Parker
ArtsWave’s Director of Northern Kentucky Creative Placemaking |
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Sponsors
Presenting Sponsor
Hydrangea Sponsor
Daffodil Sponsor
Natorp’s Nursery Outlet & Landscaping
Peony Sponsors
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Evolo Design
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Truepoint Wealth Counsel
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GBBN
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Fifth Third Bank |
Nick & Nanci Lanni |
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Hyacinth Sponsors
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Comey & Shepherd
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UBS
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Guy & Kelly Vanasse
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Bruce & Mimi Petrie
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Dinsmore & Shohl LLP
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Jake & Jen Ragland
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Tiffany & Co.
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Jeff & Lindsay Berding
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Neal’s Design & Remodel
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WOW Window Boxes
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William and Mary Ann Taylor
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HUB International
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| Wyler Family Foundation |
Tulip Sponsors
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Custom Distributors
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Woodhouse Spa
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Martin & Cherie Silverstein
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Anu & Shekhar Mitra
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Eric & Jan-Michele Kearney
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Matt & Robin Sheakley*
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Larry & Rhonda Sheakley
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Tony & Stephanie Roberts
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Christopher & Nancy Virgulak
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Freeman’s | Hindman
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Rance & Marilyn Duke
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Susan Kelly Fernandez
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Chez Renee Boutique
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Towne Properties
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NOLI
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| Tom Schiff | Kerry & Margaret Byrne |
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