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Art in Bloom 2025
Embracing the essence of springtime, the Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg proudly announces the much-awaited return of Art in Bloom, a vibrant celebration blending art and nature. From Thursday, April 10 to Sunday, April 13, visitors are invited to indulge in the breathtaking beauty of floral interpretations inspired by masterpieces from the MFA Collection.
This annual tradition brings together a diverse array of floral designs created by a mix of seasoned professionals, talented hobbyists, and esteemed members of The Margaret Acheson Stuart Society. Each arrangement offers a unique perspective, breathing new life into iconic artworks and inviting viewers to see them through fresh eyes. Art in Bloom is presented annually by the Margaret Acheson Stuart Society and the Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg.
MFA Members enjoy exclusive access to Art in Bloom 2025 during Member-Only Hours from April 10 to April 13, 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM. Please, register below.
Art in Bloom Member Preview
Thursday, April 10, 2025
9:00 AM–10:00 AM
Art in Bloom General Admission
Thursday, April 10, 2025
Free for MFA Members; Included with the cost of admission for Not-Yet Members.
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Become a member today and enjoy all the benefits membership at the MFA offers!
MFA Members enjoy free admission for an entire year, early access to special exhibitions, discounts at the MFA Shop and Café Clementine, special member-only exclusive events, and more. Bring the whole family!
The special events listed below will also take place to celebrate Art in Bloom.
Floral Designer Tour with Cassie Osterloth
Take a stroll in the galleries with a floral designer as they give a tour interpreting and highlight the work of their fellow designers. In these tours, the florists will guide you through their process and intentions behind these unique and specially made arrangements. Be one of the first to get a behind-the-scenes look at these designs the talent that went behind them. The tour will include the florist going from one gallery to the next to share, contemplate, and embrace the visions of these artists.
Thursday, April 10, 2025
9:00 AM–10:00 AM
$30 for MFA Members; $40 for Not-Yet-Members; Includes museum admission
Floral Designer Tour with Shari Schwartz
Take a stroll in the galleries with a floral designer as they give a tour interpreting and highlight the work of their fellow designers. In these tours, the florists will guide you through their process and intentions behind these unique and specially made arrangements. Be one of the first to get a behind-the-scenes look at these designs the talent that went behind them. The tour will include the florist going from one gallery to the next to share, contemplate, and embrace the visions of these artists.
Thursday, April 10, 2025
9:00 AM–10:00 AM
$30 for MFA Members; $40 for Not-Yet-Members; Includes museum admission
Flowers After Hours “Midnight in the Garden”
Step into an enchanting evening at the Museum of Fine Arts as you join us for “Midnight in the Garden.” Your night begins by previewing the galleries filled with stunning floral interpretations at 5:30 pm, followed by a cocktail party with hors d’oeuvres and an open bar from 6:00 – 8:00 pm in the beautiful Marly Room and Gardens. Enjoy upbeat and sultry sounds of the talented Sierra Davis as you mingle and sip cocktails. Experience the magic of “Midnight in the Garden” with art, exquisite floral interpretations, live music, and delightful refreshments.
Thursday, April 10, 2025
6:00 pm: View the Galleries
6:30-8:30 pm: Marly Room and Gardens
Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg
$175 per person
Art in Bloom | Kimono & Ikebana featuring Jeanne Houlton and Dr. Stanton Thomas
Join us for a captivating live demonstration by renowned ikebana specialist Jeanne Houlton as she showcases the delicate art of Japanese flower arrangement. As Jeanne creates her arrangement, MFA Chief Curator, Dr. Stanton Thomas, will share insights into the fascinating connections between ikebana and our latest special exhibition Kimono: The Triumph of Japanese Dress.
Friday, April 11, 2025
9:30 AM–10:30 AM
Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg
255 Beach Drive NE, St. Petersburg FL 33701
FREE for MFA Members; Included with the cost of admission for Not-Yet Members
Registration required.
Immerse yourself in the beauty of spring with The Stuart Society at our Art In Bloom “Garden of Roses” Luncheon at the picturesque St. Petersburg Yacht Club and meet our special speaker, extraordinary floral designer Danielle Dall’Armi Hahn, whose 15-acre rose farm in California is the epitome of floral artistry. Danielle will share stories about her farm, her roses, and her design process while creating a breathtaking arrangement of fresh roses from her own fields. Learn more about Danielle Dall’Armi Hahn here.
Friday, April 11, 2025
10:00 am: Doors open for book sales, opportunity items, and cocktails
11:15 am: Luncheon Seating
St. Petersburg Yacht Club
$175 per person
Junior Bloomers: Youth Floral Arrangement Workshop
Young artists are invited to join us as we explore the vibrant world of floral design! This hands-on workshop encourages aspiring florists to express their creativity as they make their own floral arrangements inspired by artworks in the MFA Collection. Participants will learn basic floral arrangement techniques and create a spring-inspired masterpiece to take home.
Workshop recommended for students in grades 1 – 6. Students must be accompanied by an adult. Preregistration required.
Saturday, April 12, 2025
10:00 AM–11:00 AM and 11:00 AM–12:00 PM
Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg
255 Beach Drive NE, St. Petersburg FL 33701
The registration fee is $50 per student and includes museum admission for both the student and one accompanying adult.
Conversations with the Designers
Sunday, April 13, 2025
2:00 pm-4:00 pm
Be inspired and hear from talented designers who have created the floral masterpieces on view.
Included with museum admission.
Image courtesy of Summer Creech
