Celebrate art, community, and nature at Arts Abloom! A fundraiser for Roberson’s Education programs.
Arts Abloom! is a three day community fundraiser where guests will have the opportunity to see elaborate floral arrangements designed by regional florists based on the artwork featured in the 2025 Regional Art Exhibition.
FRIDAY
August 22nd | 6 PM – 8:30 PM
Evening in Bloom! Preview Party
Be the first to see the floral interpretations of select work from the Regional Art Exhibition! Dress in your best florals, meet the florists and artists, and vote on the best arrangement.
Refreshments provided by Cheesy Meat Cute
SATURDAY
August 23rd | 12 PM – 5 PM
Flowers, Art, and Music!
Experience the stunning floral arrangements based on artwork from the Regional Art Exhibition. Explore an artisan market of local vendors, live music from Tom Jolu (12–2), and floral crafts and activities for all ages.
SUNDAY
August 24th | 12 PM – 5 PM
Workshops, Talks, and More!
Last chance to experience the stunning floral arrangements based on artwork from the Regional Art Exhibition. Participate in crafts and an artist talk.
12 PM – 5 PM: Build your own bouquet in the second floor Wet Lab! All materials provided while supplies last.
3 PM: Artist Talk with Marika Chew. (“Coral Snake & Milk Snake” interpreted by Willow Floral Studios.) Included with admission.
4 PM: People’s Choice awarded for best floral arrangement.
Mulberry & Fern
Floral Artist: Rick Niznik
Selected Work:
The Champion
Ty Steinbacher
Floral stylist with primary focus on events and creative sympathy designs.
Jenn’s Sticks and Stems
Floral Artist: Jenn Awiza
Selected Work:
November Storm
Scott Higby
Nestled in scenic New York State, this floral design studio caters to clients throughout Upstate New York and the picturesque Finger Lakes region, Specializing in garden-inspired floral arrangements for weddings, intimate dinners, baby showers, graduations, and corporate events.
Granted Designs LLC
Floral Artist: Grant Lindhorst
Selected Work:
Jubilee Dusters
Sophia Sophia
Founded in 2024 in Nichols, New York, Granted Designs LLC focuses on elevating customer experiences and delivering luxurious floral designs for any event.
Woodfern Florist
Floral Artists: David C Yacaginsky and Cathie Bagnall
Selected Work:
Raku Quilled Vase
Matthew Wilson
Selected Work:
Cyclical
Derek Chalfant
Family owned and operated, Woodfern Florist proudly serves the Binghamton area with the finest floral arrangements and gifts, backed by service that is friendly and prompt.
Willow Floral Studios
Floral Artist: David Chang
Selected Work:
Coral Snake & Milk Snake
Marika Chew
Willow Floral Studios is a minority owned full service florist/plant shop located in the Triphammer Marketplace. Offering full service florals for events and weddings as well as local delivery, our specialty is modern, organic florals, houseplants, plant accessories, and specialty boutique items. Stop by and pick up a bouquet or hang out and chat plants with us!
Business Is Blooming
Floral Artists: Eva Bleakley
Selected Work:
Unknown Woman
Meredith Rahr
Sustainability focused florist, creating unique and artistic designs that showcase locally and regionally grown blooms in Ithaca, NY.
Artisan Market Vendors
Check back closer to the event for a full list!
Funds raised from Arts Abloom! will directly support Roberson Museum’s education programs, including more than 75 yearly field trips, STEAM Summer Camps, and family events such as Spooktacular and Space Day.
Thank you to our generous sponsors:
