Create & Take: Peony Bouquets

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Create & Take: Peony Bouquets

Sunday, May 18, 2025 11:00 am- 1:00 pm EST

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Immerse yourself in the art and history of floral design at the Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site’s Create and Take: Peony Bouquets.

Date: May 18, 2025
Session 1: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Session 2: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Location: Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site South Lawn (rain backup: Bob Annis Presidential Classroom)
Price: $65 per person (includes flowers, tools, and a vase)

Step back in time and explore the beauty of the Victorian language of flowers, a fascinating tradition that allowed hidden
emotions to bloom through carefully selected floral arrangements. During this hands-on workshop, you will:

  • Learn about Caroline Scott Harrison’s passion for flowers, from the orchids she grew in the White House
    conservatory to her stunning floral paintings.
  • Craft your own Victorian-inspired bouquet using tools and flowers provided, led by professional florists
    from Molly & Myrtle.
  • Discover the coded meanings behind blooms like peonies, roses, and chrysanthemums, and how they were
    used to express affection, desire, or even disdain in the 19th century.

Relax and sip on wine, which will be available for purchase, as you create a masterpiece in a fun, welcoming environment.

Make a Day of It
The workshop is part of our larger Garden Party event, running from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Arrive early to enjoy:

  • A plant sale featuring selections from our historic gardens.
  • Self-guided tours of our gardens, including the iconic peony garden.
  • Advice from our master gardeners.
  • Wine and cheese platters or a picnic on the grounds.

Tickets for this event will be available beginning March 15.

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“When and under what conditions is the black man to have a free ballot? When is he in fact to have those full civil rights which have so long been his in law?” Benjamin Harrison

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