Most recently updated March 20th, 2026
“Art in Bloom” is an annual fundraiser at the North Carolina Museum of Art, taking place March 18-22, 2026.
More than 50 floral designers from across North Carolina and beyond will interpret artwork and objects in the NCMA’s People’s Collection during this five-day festival of florals.
This year’s theme, “Written in the Stars”, is reflected in 14 gallery installations inspired by the zodiac’s astrological signs and their various meanings.
I was lucky enough to be invited to a media “sneak preview” of the exhibit before it opened. And I have to say, if you can find a way to get there – do it!!
As the NCMA’s largest annual fundraiser, Art in Bloom supports the museum’s public programming, annual exhibitions and the NCMA Foundation, Inc.
(PNC Bank returns as the founding presenting sponsor of Art in Bloom.)
The five-day event also includes floral workshops, lectures and programs as well as special extended hours and expanded food options.
See more information on related events by visiting ncartmuseum.org/artinbloom.
Admission is now SOLD OUT to Art in Bloom at the NCMA, March 18-22, 2026.
BUT THERE’S STILL A WAY TO SEE IT!
For a chance to see Art in Bloom plus more, purchase a raffle ticket here.
Also, see the “Art in Bloom” promo page on the NCMA website, for other upcoming Art in Bloom-related events, and Membership information.
Gallery of Art in Bloom Photos
All of the photos in this article were snaps I took at the preview of the artworks presented at that time.
During the show, we’re only supposed to use photos of the installations for personal use – seems fair, right?
So I’ll open my exhibit photo Gallery next week, after the event is officially closed.
So, watch this space 🙂
About the North Carolina Museum of Art
The North Carolina Museum of Art’s collection spans more than 5,000 years, from antiquity to the present, making the institution one of the premier art museums in the South.
The NCMA collection provides educational, aesthetic, intellectual and cultural experiences for the citizens of North Carolina and beyond.
The museum is located at 2110 Blue Ridge Rd. in Raleigh and is home to the People’s Collection.
Just a word about parking at the NCMA during Art in Bloom – even if you’re just there to go to the park – it will be terrible!
If you can park at a nearby location, and walk in, it will be much better for you ! 🙂
About the NCMA Art Park
The 164-acre Museum Park showcases the connection between art and nature through site-specific works of environmental art.
The museum park offers changing special exhibitions, classes, lectures, family activities, films and concerts.
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