Art in Bloom DC returns to Anderson House March 19-22, 2026!
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This popular event fills our historic headquarters with dozens of floral arrangements inspired by the art and architecture of Anderson House. Art in Bloom DC provides a unique opportunity in the nation’s capital to stroll through the museum at your own pace, viewing interpretations of specific artworks, furnishings and architectural details rendered in a floral medium by some of Washington’s most creative and innovative floral designers.
Anderson House is the exclusive venue for Art in Bloom DC, which is co-produced by the Institute, Margo Fischer of Bright Occasions and Ashley Greer of Atelier Ashley Flowers. For more information on Art in Bloom DC and to see photos of past floral installations, visit http://www.artinbloomdc.com.
Public Viewing
Thursday, March 19 from 12 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Friday, March 20 from 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Saturday, March 21 from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Sunday, March 22 from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Advance timed tickets – $22 per person
Day-of timed tickets – $28 per person
ARI Associates & Children under 12 – Free
Explore the floral arrangements and the historic interiors of Anderson House during extended museum hours. Guests will also have special access to the garden, which is not normally open to the public.
Evening Receptions
Opening Reception
Thursday, March 19 from 6 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Early bird tickets (until mid-February):
General public – $95 per person
ARI Associates & Society members – $85 per person
Date Night at Art in Bloom DC
Friday, March 20 from 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
$50 per person
See the floral arrangements in a different light at our two evening receptions. Meet the florists at the opening reception, which includes catered refreshments and complimentary valet parking. Or spend date night with us, with festive fun and refreshments.
Floral Demonstrations
Friday, March 20 from 10 a.m. – 11 a.m.
Saturday, March 21 from 9 a.m. – 10 a.m.
Sunday, March 22 from 9 a.m. – 10 a.m.
$50 per person per demonstration
Join three acclaimed D.C.-area florists for special presentations. Friday begins with celebrated former White House florist Laura Dowling, Saturday dreams big with Sarah Campbell from Intrigue Designs / Intrigue Teaches, and on Sunday you’ll be amazed with luxury florist and educator Sarah Khan. All three florists provide unique demonstrations you won’t find elsewhere, providing tips for creating arrangements and sharing their knowledge and individual styles.