Award Winners
Congratulations to the Art in Bloom 2026 award winners!
(Use the arrows to scroll through photos of all the winners.)
PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARD
Enchanted Florist
Inspiration Artwork: Nat Youngblood, Pittsburgh Industrial, 1973
Read the inspiration statement for this design.
SPONSORS’ CHOICE AWARD
Sugar Magnolia Blooms
Inspiration Artwork: Priscilla Warren Roberts, Flaming Youth, around 1975
Read the inspiration statement for this design.
DIRECTOR’S CHOICE AWARD
The Trojan Florist
Inspiration Artwork: Marie Watt, Skywalker Greets Sunrise, VI, 2021
Read the inspiration statement for this design.
Participating Floral Designers
A Pretty Flower
Bella Florals
Blooming Row
Blooms and Beans Flowers
Catchfly Gardens
Compass Rose Floral Design
Enchanted Florist
Fleur-de-Laur
Galleria Botanica
Hidden JEM Farm
JD Peterson
Lea’s Floral Shop
Luna Joy Flower Farm
Mary Beth McConahey
One Happy Flower Shop
Philo Supply Company
Rainy Day Floral Company*
Steel City Florals
Sugar Magnolia Blooms
The Trojan Florist
Read the Floral Designers’ Inspiration Statements
*Due to unforeseen circumstances, Rainy Day Floral Company has withdrawn from Art in Bloom.
Guest Garment Designers
Guest garment designers Barb Grossman and Sidney Rice co-created a special floral-themed gown titled Aria in Glass and Bloom, inspired by the Dale Chihuly chandelier that hangs in the Museum’s stairwell.
Sidney Rice’s golden floral gown is also on display.
Learn more about the the guest garment designers and the inspiration behind Aria in Glass and Bloom.
Art in Bloom 2026
March 25-29
Think spring with the return of Art in Bloom, back by popular demand! Experience incredible new creations by 20 talented floral designers inspired by select artworks in the galleries. Vote for your favorite design to win the People’s Choice Award. Let your love of flowers inspire a fresh perspective on art—and escape the long, cold winter with this vibrant celebration of creativity!
For Wednesday, March 25, through Saturday, March 28, tickets are $10 (adults 18+) and $5 (children 4-17). Children 3 and under) are free. Museum members are free.* (Learn more about becoming a member.)
On Sunday, March 29, tickets are free for all to enjoy the final day of floral displays!
Advance registration for all days is recommended. See below for hours and admission details.
Please note that the Steel Valley Visions immersive experience will not be on view during Art in Bloom.
Hours & Admission
DATES: March 25-29, 2026
HOURS: 10am-5pm
Plus special evening hours 5:30-8pm on Thursday (March 26) and Friday (March 27) for Flowers After Hours (see details below).
Admission on Wednesday, March 25 – Saturday, March 28>
> FREE* for Museum Members
*1 free ticket at the Individual Membership level; up to 5 free tickets at the Family Membership level and higher
> Non-Members
>> $10 for non-member adults (age 18+)
>> $5 for non-member children (age 4–17)
>> Children 3 and under are free
Admission on Sunday, March 29
FREE admission for all!
Special Events
All events include access to Art in Bloom
Floral Workshop – Lei Po’o: A Traditional Hawaiin Headpiece
Thursday, March 26, 11am-1pm
Floral designer Lee Intachai of Gracefully Bloomed Creations offers an immersive, hands-on experience in the art of Hawaiian floral crafts, focusing on the creation of lei po’o (flower crowns).
Flowers After Hours
Thursday, March 26, 5:30-8pm
Friday, March 27: 5:30-8pm
Show off your petal power and don your boldest floral attire while you explore the Museum after hours, enjoying live music, sipping on a signature floral cocktail from the cash bar,
Tea Party and Floral Demonstration [sold out]
Saturday, March 28
First seating: 10:30am-12:30pm
Second seating: 2:30-4:30pm
Enjoy a three-course elevated tea service by Chef Lisa Houser of Myriam’s Table and learn about the art of floral arranging with special guest florist JD Peterson.
Shop & Café
Discover a curated selection of floral-themed home décor, accessories, and artisan creations in the Museum Shop, plus special pop-ups during Art in Bloom featuring local artisans. Enjoy floral-inspired drinks and treats at Café Marchand for a delightful fusion of artistry and flavor. Whether you are seeking a unique souvenir, thoughtful gift, or simply indulging, join us in celebrating art, flowers, and creativity!
Pop-Up Artisans
Wednesday, March 25: Daryln Brewer Hoffstot (books) and John Kaclik (paintings)
Thursday, March 26: Gerry Florida (jewelry and wearable art made from recycled materials) and Ed Bak (paintings and ink drawings)
Friday, March 27: Vicki Ivancik (painted silk scarves) and Sandi Timbus/Art House Mosaic (paintings, mosaics, jewelry)
Thank you to our 2026 corporate partners:
Art in Bloom: Free Day (Sunday, March 29, 2026)
Generous support provided by Art Bridges Foundation’s Access for All program.
Sponsored by Valley School of Ligonier
For sponsorship information, see the corporate partnerships opportunities page or contact Paige Mastrippolito at pmastrippolito@thewestmoreland.org or 724-837-1500×117.