View works of art inspired by, made with, and celebrating plants at From Plants to Needlework, a show staged by local artists and crafters to benefit the horticulture programs at Historic St. Mary’s City (HSMC). The exhibition will take place on Sunday and Monday, May 19 & 20, from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. in the State House of 1667 (47418 Old State House Road). Admission to the show is $15.
See exquisite Japanese embroidery by Jeanne Chandler and a colorful Baltimore album quilt by Leona Unkle. See driftwood come to life in Larry Ringgold’s full-sized horse sculpture. Pete Himmelheber will exhibit practical items of wood as a counterpoint to Merrie Himmelheber’s delicate watercolor florals. Join us for a celebration of growing things in painting, sculpture, and fabric art by these and many other artists. For more information about From Plants to Needlework, contact Becky Benton at 240-577-1913.
The show will take place in conjunction with HSMC’s annual Garden Market, which also supports horticulture at the museum. Shop local vendors for annuals, perennials, and unique garden paraphernalia. The Market will be located on the State House green.
Expressions of St. Mary’s will offer delectable sandwiches, snacks, and drinks on site from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m.
Historic St. Mary’s City is a museum of living history and archaeology on the site of Maryland’s first capital in beautiful, tidewater Southern Maryland. For more information about this program or the museum, visit www.stmaryscity.org or contact the Visitor Center at 240-895-4990, 800-SMC-1634, or info@stmaryscity.org.
