West Bend, WI – One of the most beautiful displays is on tap this weekend at the Museum of Wisconsin Art in West Bend, Wi, as the annual BLOOM floral extravaganza is Saturday and Sunday. Doors open at 9:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.
BLOOM’s first People’s Choice Winner, Ruth Lindgren of Flowers by Cammy, LLC Florist & Flower Delivery.
Ruth’s arrangement, Crafted by Nature, secured the most votes during day one of MOWA’s floral extravaganza, BLOOM.
Learn about the art of floral design with make-and-take workshops, classes, and lectures throughout the weekend.
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 8
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BUILT TO BLOOM: SCULPTING WITH BOTANICALS
10:30–NOON
Transform natural botanicals into a striking sculpture with Megan Duerlinger of The Botanical Collective, learn the fundamentals of botanical design and discover new ways to spark your creativity.
SUCCESS WITH HOUSEPLANTS: A BEGINNER’S GUIDE
11:00–NOON | FREE FOR MEMBERS
Horticulturist Zannah Crowe will share how to keep houseplants thriving through choosing the right containers and soil, mastering easy care techniques, and selecting the best low-maintenance varieties for any space.
PRESERVED BLOOMS: FRAMED FLORALS FOR THE HOME
1:30–3:00
Create lasting blooms with the timeless art of flower pressing with Chelsea Dorgan of The Botanical Collective. Transform your pressed petals into a beautifully framed piece—the perfect addition to any home décor.
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 9
BLOOM IN BALANCE: AN IKEBANA WORKSHOP
11:00–12:30
Experience the art of Ikebana in this hands-on workshop with Judith Rowell, President of Ikebana International Madison Chapter 28. Explore the beauty and philosophy of Japanese floral design and create a unique arrangement to take home.
THE ART OF A LASTING GARDEN
2:00–3:00 | FREE WITH MEMBERSHIP
Discover essential tools and techniques to help your garden flourish and thrive season after season, presented by Southeast Wisconsin Master Gardeners.
Come explore MOWA this weekend and cast your vote. BLOOM takes place November 8-9 at the Museum of Wisconsin Art in West Bend, WI. Learn more at wisconsinart.org/bloom
