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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
  • Saturday, April 26: 11 a.m.–5 p.m. (Members-only access from 10–11 a.m.)
  • Sunday, April 27: 11 a.m. –5 p.m. (Members-only access from 10–11 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.

 

Art in Bloom Weekend Events Schedule

Thursday, April 24

  • 11 a.m.–1 p.m. Curatorial Conversation & Reception*
  • 11 a.m.–5 p.m. Sugar Flower Art Installation by Natasja Sadi*
  • 2–4 p.m. Meet the Art in Bloom 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*
  • 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 Free Family Programming
  • 12 p.m.–1 p.m. Fireside Chat with Natasja Sadi and Alexis Nikole Nelson*
  • 2 p.m. Happy Snacking… Don’t Die! Taste-along Lecture with Alexis Nikole Nelson aka Black Forager*

 

Sunday, April 27

  • 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Drag Brunch presented by the CAM Catalysts*
  • 1:30 p.m.–3:30 p.m. Drag Show*
  • 4 p.m. Art in Bloom Floral Artist Champagne Toast, Closing Awards, and Flower Sale

*Ticketed. Schedule subject to change.

 

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! 

Laganja Estranja

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On Sunday, April 27, our iconic Drag Brunch returns, featuring world-renowned drag icon, Laganja Estranja. She has performed across 16 countries and six continents, on numerous television shows and with artists such as Madonna, Jennifer Lopez, and Christina Aguilera.

 

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

    

 

Art in Bloom Co-Chairs

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Ann M. Keeling

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Litany Webster