She: an Expression of Womanhood focuses on the theme of women in art, as creators, innovators, consumers, and subject matter. In an era of multiplying female voices, world-wide political movements, and fluid gender roles and identities, this exhibit invites artists to dive into the vast and often contentious conversation about the meaning of she. The goal is to create a rich exploration of womanhood that celebrates and embraces different voices, experiences, and interpretations.
A special year for women - 2020 marks the centennial anniversary of the 19th Amendment, passed by Congress on June 4, 1919 and ratified on August 18, 1920, the amendment guarantees all American women the right to vote. A multitude of organizations, including museums and galleries, are marking the occasion with events, programs, and exhibits, focused on women and their stories. In our own state of Maryland, Governor Larry Hogan has declared 2020 as the Year of Woman in Maryland:
“Our state’s history has been shaped by extraordinary women leaders, and our administration remains committed to empowering and
advocating for women in Maryland,” said Governor Hogan. “I look forward to the many events taking place statewide to commemorate
the Year of the Woman. ” -Governor Larry Hogan
Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center is pleased to join this state - and nationwide celebration - by presenting She: an Expression of Womanhood. Juried by Ms. Camy Clough, of the National Museum of American History, Smithsonian Institution, the exhibit includes more than 90 works by 70 artists from Maryland and across the nation. The exhibit contains compelling stories and images of the joys, sorrows, and complexities of womanhood.
11th Annual Fairies in the Garden
Through September 7, 2020
Come explore this charming exhibit of more than 75 handmade houses scattered throughout the trails and woods of the garden. Made by wonderfully creative artists from the community (and beyond), this exhibit features works in all media.
Bloom & Grow: Brilliant Botanicals
May 30 - August 30, 2020
Online show: May 30 - August 30, 2020, on our website, Facebook, and Instagram feeds.
Brick & Mortar Gallery show: June 12- August 30, 2020, Main Gallery, Murray Arts Building
Annmarie After Hours Opening Reception - (Socially Distanced Evening) - Friday, June 19, 5-7pm
Bloom & Grow is a lush, colorful, and wide-ranging celebration of floral and botanical art. From biblical depictions of the Garden of Eden, to the plein air art of the Impressionists, to the bold stylized motifs in pop culture, depictions of flowers are plentiful throughout art history and visual culture. Bloom & Grow will feature works that continue these traditions, as well as works that push beyond to explore the symbolic, the emotional, the environmental, and the personal connections we have with flowers, plants, and all things that grow outdoors.
Are you interested in purchasing an artwork from Bloom & Grow: Brilliant Botanicals? Please email info@annmariegarden.org with the title of the work, and the artist's name, and we will be happy to assist you.
Through July 31
Come frolic in the Fairy Lolly and explore our magical village of fairy houses and gnome homes, each lovingly created by children.
Art Blooms Floral Design Exhibit - 11th Anniversary!
Friday: 10:00am-7:00pm
Saturday: 10:00am-6:30pm
Sunday: 10:00am-5:00pm
Annmarie After Hours Reception - Friday, July 10, 5-7pm; $7/person
Art Blooms is a three-day exhibit featuring the work of more than 35 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. 2020 will mark the 11th year for Art Blooms, an exhibit co-hosted by the Calvert Garden Club and Ann's Circle of Annmarie Garden.
Masks are required to tour the galleries.
Interested in creating a floral design for the show? Email Joyce
Due to the COVID-19 closures, we have turned this into Artists-in Absence: an online experience! Follow us on Facebook or Instagram to see what our scheduled artists are working on at home!
For a few special weeks, Annmarie’s spectacular Main Gallery is transformed into artist studios, where visitors will have the opportunity to observe and interact with artists as they work. This exciting time at the Garden provides a unique retreat and experimental space for artists to develop new works, display and sell their work, to network with other artists, and to share their creative process. Over twenty artists working in a variety of mediums are scheduled to participate over the course of the event. Visitors will be able to watch, learn, ask questions, and in some cases, become engaged in an art project. The participating artists are encouraged to create a hands-on experience for guests, which may include an invitation to experiment with materials and/or process, or collaboration on an idea or design. Artists in Action is a wonderful opportunity to get an up close look at the working and creative process of an artist.
As part of the exhibition, artists' works will be available for purchase.
Want to apply to Artists in Action? ONLINE APPLICATION
When Darkness Falls: Night Explorations
October 11, 2019 - January 26, 2020
Annmarie After Hours Opening Reception - Friday, October 11, 2019, 5-8pm
With the setting of the sun, the transition from day to night stirs within us a sense of mystery. What secrets does the night hold? What dreams and mysteries can be uncovered?
When Darkness Falls will exhibit imagery that depicts night as the setting of the work. Artwork will reflect on why we are drawn to the darkness, and the unknown. Work will dramatize darkness, examine the juxtaposition of illumination in darkness, explore symbolism related to darkness such as gloom and superstition and reveal the mystery cloaked in wonder of the night.
Juror: Robyn Strayer, Senior Program & Exhibits Specialist, Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center
Tent of Many Colors: a community gathering place
January 18 - 26, 2020, 10am-5pm each day
Inspired by the dream of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., the Tent of Many Colors is a space where everyone is welcome to relax, read, dream, hangout, or color in peace.
Our giant indoor tent is created by the talented staff of Annmarie, using colorful fabrics and pillows from around the world. Everyone is welcome under our tent of many colors! With couches, pillows, tables, chairs, and more, the tent is a peaceful place to relax and hang out with a friend!
If you love to color or draw, we will have lots of supplies on hand, or you can bring a book to read, sit and relax, meditate, enjoy a snack - whatever peaceful activity makes you happy!
Entry to the Tent is Included with the price of regular admission.
SPECIAL NOTE: admission to the Tent will be FREE January 18-20 during our MLK Days event.
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Something special just for adults . . .
Join us on Friday, January 24, 5-8pm for a special ADULTS-ONLY evening in the Tent - Annmarie After Hours in the Tent of Many Colors! $5/person; cash bar; light snacks; must be 21.
Open Most Days & Open late on Garden In Lights evenings
Admission to the show & sale is free during the day; in the evening, Garden In Lights admission fees will apply.
Presented by the Annmarie Gift Shop, the Ornament Show & Sale is a juried show that features hand-crafted ornaments by more than 20 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!
Information for Artists
The Gift Shop at Annmarie Garden invites artists and craftspeople to apply to the Annual Ornament Show & Sale to take place during the holiday season. Artists and craftspeople working in any medium are invited to apply - fine arts, folk art, and craft media, toys, etc. The beautiful Main Gallery of the Arts Building at Annmarie Sculpture Garden will be the setting for the show. All sales will run through the Gift Shop, so artists need not be on site every day. Applications are reviewed on a first come, first served basis. ONLINE APPLICATION FORM
The Dove, Ying Li Sunrise, Kayla Mohammadi Total Station no. 2, Carrie Patterson
Shaping of America: a painter's perspective
September 27 - October 26, 2019. Main Gallery
Annmarie After Hours Opening Reception - Friday, October 11, 2019, 5-8pm
Join us for an art exhibition featuring the paintings of nine women artists who see and experience the genre of landscape painting in uniquely different ways. Inspired by the written word of American geographer D.W. Meinig, the exhibition highlights how each painting embodies the idea of "landscape" as experienced through the hand of the artist and the eye of the viewer. Your idea of what "American Landscape" is will twist and turn with each layer of painted material.
READ THE FULL EXHIBIT STATEMENT HERE .
Tuesday,Nov11th,2025
Thursday,Nov27th,2025
Friday,Nov28th,2025
Saturday,Nov29th,2025
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