Art Blooms Floral Design Exhibit - 16th Anniversary!
Exhibit Schedule:
Friday, August 8: 10:00am-8:00pm
Saturday, August 9: 10:00am-5:00pm
Sunday, August 10: 10:00am-4:00pm
Art Blooms After Hours Reception - Friday, August 8, 5-8pm
Art Blooms is a three-day exhibit featuring the work of more than 25 floral designers from across the region. Each floral designer is assigned a work of art in the Main Gallery or the Kay Daugherty Gallery and asked to create an arrangement inspired by that work of art. The results are surprising, beautiful, and provocative - and not to be missed. 2025 will mark the 16th year for Art Blooms, an exhibit co-hosted by the Calvert Garden Club and Annmarie Garden.
Join us in celebrating the life and artistry of Ann Preston with this special memorial exhibit, featuring a collection of her original paintings. A beloved former employee, volunteer, Artist in Action, and teacher at Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center, Ann’s passion for art touched many lives. This exhibit honors her legacy, showcasing her creative spirit with select pieces available for purchase.
Annmarie After Hours Reception: October 10, 5-7pm
JURIED SHOW
Juror- Elizabeth Dale-Deines, Manager, Public Programs, National Air and Space Museum
Since the dawn of human existence, humans have been using visual art to communicate stories. From the cave paintings of Lascaux to intricate hieroglyphs of ancient Egypt, art has been a fundamental way for people to document their experiences, beliefs, and feelings. Chronicles: Storytelling Through Imagery will explore the power of visual narratives by bringing together artworks that weave compelling stories using symbolism, composition, and emotion. These works will highlight how contemporary artists engage in this age-old tradition by capturing moments, myths, and their personal histories in striking and imaginative ways.
This exhibition will be open to the public in the Kay Daugherty Gallery of Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center, from October 10th, 2025, to January 18th, 2026. Annmarie hosted an Annmarie After Hours opening reception for the exhibition on October 10th, 2025.
Presented by the Annmarie Gift Shop, the Ornament Show & Sale is a juried show that features hand-crafted ornaments by more than 25 regional artists. This is the perfect place to find unique and affordable gifts for friends and family. The ornaments are beautifully hung on trees displayed in the Main Gallery of the Arts Building. Visitors shop off the trees and take their purchases to the Gift Shop. The show kicks off before Thanksgiving and runs through early January. During Garden In Lights, the show is open late!
LINK TO APPLICATION
Get ready for some great holiday shopping! During November and December, the Main Gallery is transformed into a shopper's wonderland! You will find a wide selection of handmade works of art for everyone on your list. From affordable gifts perfect for a co-worker to exquiste works of art for a loved one, including paintings, ceramics, jewelry, photography, sculpture and more. All artwork will be on display in conjunction with our annual Ornament Show & Sale.
Tentative Dates: December 3-17, 2025
5:00-8:45pm (7:45pm on some evenings)
FOR 2025: George and his holiday helpers are dreaming up new elements for 2025. Stay tuned!
We had so much fun in 2024 that the Lego Holiday Village Display is back for the 2025 holiday season! From festive houses and architecture to winter trees, caves, and other natural elements, guests will be delighted by the exceptional creativity of our Lego builders! The exhibit will be on display during the day and, of course, during the evening of Annmarie Garden In Lights. Be sure to check our holiday hours before planning your visit, and if you are coming at night, you'll need to purchase light show tickets.
Sunday,May4th,2025
Saturday,Jul5th,2025
Saturday,Jul19th,2025
Friday,Aug8th,2025
Saturday,Aug9th,2025
Friday,Aug22nd,2025
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