MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR SPRING WEEKEND AT MUNSON!
APRIL 4–6
Art in Bloom
Friday, April 4, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Saturday, April 5, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Sunday, April 6, noon to 5 p.m.
Art in Bloom is the celebration of the Museum’s collection as interpreted through fresh flowers. This extraordinary three-day program will showcase floral creations inspired by timeless artworks, and include special events, workshops, and floral-inspired items at the Art in Bloom pop-up shop.
Highlights
- Guided Tours: Friday and Saturday at 1 and 2 p.m., Sunday at 1 p.m.
- Pop-up Shop: All weekend
- Hours:
- Friday, April 4, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
- Saturday, April 5, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Sunday, April 6, noon to 4:30 p.m.
Closing Reception and Awards Presentation
Sunday, April 6, 3 p.m.
Museum of Art | Root Court
Join us at a reception to celebrate the outstanding floral creations of the talented Art in Bloom designers. Hors d’oeuvres will be served with a wine and beer cash bar. Jury and People’s Choice awards will be announced during this time.
Workshops and Demonstrations
Free with Art in Bloom admission, unless otherwise noted
Gardening Presentation: Principles of Garden Design with Judith Fetterly, Garden Designer and Consultant
Friday, April 4, 11 a.m.
Museum of Art | Sinnott Family – Bank of Utica Auditorium
Through this presentation, Judith Fetterly, garden designer and consultant, will help the ordinary gardener have an extraordinary garden starting with some basics and ending with an exploration of design principles.
Gardening Presentation: Herbs, Colorful Plants for Any Garden with Rosanne Loparco, Master Gardener Volunteer, Cornell Cooperative Extension Oneida County
Friday, April 4, 1 to 2 p.m.
Milton Bloch Education Wing | Easton Pribble Conference Room
$5 per person (limited to 30 participants)
(price includes Art in Bloom admission)
Learn how to use herbs to make a garden that appeals to all the senses, the different ways you can grow herbs, what they need to thrive, and what choices are available.
Lavender Wreath Demonstration with Monica Cody, Farmstead 1868 Lavender Farm
Friday, April 4, 3 p.m.
Museum of Art | Root Court
During this demonstration, gain insights into selecting and preparing lavender for crafting, arranging sprigs for a balanced and professional look, and tips for preserving lavender wreaths for months to come. When completed, the wreath Monica makes will be available to purchase at the Museum Shop.
Workshop: Wearable Floral Jewelry with Art in Bloom Designer Julie Young
Saturday, April 5, 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Museum of Art | Root Court
$25 Members | $35 General Public (limited to 12 participants)
(price includes Art in Bloom admission and materials)
In this immersion workshop, explore a variety of techniques for how to transform beautiful blooms into wearable art while you craft a one-of-a-kind floral bracelet. No prior experience is needed, just a love for flowers!
Utica Creative Reuse: Kids Craft
Saturday, April 5, 1 to 3 p.m.
Museum of Art | Root Court
Join Utica Creative Reuse for a fun floral craft using recycled materials.
Floral Arranging Demonstration with Art in Bloom Designer Brianna Goodwin
Sunday, April 6, 2:30 p.m.
Brianna Goodwin of Blooms and Blossoms Florist in Oneida will create an amazing floral arrangement to be given away during the Closing Reception.
Community Arts Workshops
Workshop: Felted Forest Mushrooms with Mallory Zondag
Sunday, April 6, 10 a.m.–1 p.m.
Pratt Munson | Studio Building room 320
$75 Members | $80 General Public | $10 Material Fee
(price does not include admission to Art in Bloom)
Fuzzy mushroom madness at Munson! Learn how to sculpt with wool through needle felting during this fun, three-hour workshop. Open to all levels. Ages 16+.
Workshop: Embroidered Flowers with Mallory Zondag
Sunday, April 6, 2–5 p.m.
Pratt Munson | Studio Building room 320
$75 Members | $80 General Public | $10 Material Fee
(price does not include admission to Art in Bloom)
Create a colorful, textured, embroidery garden. Participants learn a variety of embroidery stitches that can be used to create everything from stems and leaves to hydrangeas, roses, daisies and even fringe moss! Open to all levels. Ages 16+.
High Tea at the Terrace Café
- Friday, April 4, and Saturday, April 5, 1 to 3 p.m.
- Sunday, April 6, noon to 3 p.m.
Reservations can be made by calling 315-768-7037.
Terrace Café will also open for lunch Friday and Saturday, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Performance: Keyboard Conversations®
A Few of Our Favorite Things
Saturday, April 5, 2 p.m.
Museum of Art | Sinnott Family – Bank of Utica Auditorium
Acclaimed pianist Jeffrey Siegel returns to perform beloved masterpieces by Chopin, Rachmaninoff, Debussy, and Brahms. With his virtuoso skill and passion, Siegel brings these timeless compositions to life, and enriches the audience's understanding and appreciation of the nuances of each through his insightful commentary on each selection.
Funding for Keyboard Conversations is provided by Dr. Lorna Grant, Drs. Douglas Hurd and Cynthia Parlato-Hurd, and Dr. and Mrs. Robert Menotti.
Pratt Munson First-Year Exhibition Opening Reception
Friday, April 4, 3–5 p.m.
Museum of Art | Pratt Munson Gallery
Celebrate the outstanding accomplishments of Pratt Munson's first-year students in a curated, multimedia exhibition of their work.
Exhibitions On View
Canvas to Culture: Thomas Cole's Voyage of Life Lives On
Feb. 28 through May 18
Museum of Art | 1 West Gallery
Canvas to Culture features more than 50 works from Munson and other prominent collections inspired by Thomas Cole’s epic, The Voyage of Life (1839–40). Learn how Cole’s four paintings spread from a private gallery to many people’s homes and even the movie palace. Canvas to Culture reveals the generations who adopted Cole’s iconic four stages of spiritual growth as their own.
Sponsored by Mary Ann Gadziala, Christian and Cheryl Heilmann, Elizabeth R. Lemieux, Ph.D., the Family of F. X. Matt II, Hon. Beverly Tobin (ret), in memory of Edwin J. Tobin, and Linda and Alan Vincent
Thomas Cole (American, born England, 1801–1848), The Voyage of Life: Youth (detail), 1840. Oil on canvas. 52 1/2 x 78 1/2 in. Museum Purchase, 55.106.
Portraits of Flora: Flowers in American Art
March 28 through May 11
Museum of Art | 2 East Gallery
Throughout time, artists have used floral motifs to celebrate, study, and shape our understanding of people and culture. Portraits of Flora invites visitors to consider the art inspired by nature’s most visually spectacular, yet delicate, creations.
Frederick R. Spencer (American, 1806–1875), Portrait of Laura Jane Crouse as a Child (detail), 1843. Oil on canvas. 30 1/4 x 25 in. Gift of Mrs. James W. W. Dimon, 64.108.
