Artful Arrangements Gilded Age Centerpiece: Heirloom Roses and Ferns
Our creative inspiration is the 19th and 20th century Gilded Age. Designers will explore the easy techniques for crafting an opulent rose centerpiece.
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Artful Arrangements Dazzling Dahlias: Dutch Master Still-Life Floral Design
Creating a sense of elegance and exuberance in floral design inspired by Dutch Masters still-life paintings is a must for modern floral design. We will explore the techniques of complementary colors, creating depth, textures and balance in shape of design for a radiantly abundant floral design with dazzling dahlias, radiant ranunculus, fruits , vegetables, and … Read more
Artful Arrangements Peony Madness: French Garden Floral Arrangement
Join us as we explore history and take floral inspiration from one of Constant MacRae’s masterfully designed spring floral arrangements.
LIFE Today: A Conversation with Jill Golden and Kostya Kennedy
Take a look behind the scenes of LIFE with Jill Golden, Director of the LIFE Picture Collection in conversation with journalist Kostya Kennedy.
Spring Story Barn: “A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words”
Join us for Story Barn, a long-standing Historical Society tradition that celebrates the fine art of sharing our personal histories.
Reliquary of Blackness: Uncovering and Archiving the History of the Black Community in the Paper City
Join us in welcoming Erika Slocumb as she shares more about the history of Holyoke’s Black community through oral histories, archival digs, and more.