The Bascom: A Center for the Visual Arts

06/01/2026

More than 60 people joined us Saturday for a Dahlia Growers Talk with growers Peggy Boruchow Arnette and Libby Eustis, and it's safe to say dahlias are having a moment on the Plateau. The conversation covered everything from how to take a rooted cutting to the unexpected advantages of growing dahlias in fabric grow bags, a method that promotes better root development and dramatically reduces the risk of overwatering. Kim Daugherty, one of the Dahlia Festival's most dedicated volunteers, was on hand to answer questions about the 16th Annual Dazzling Dahlia Festival this September. Thank you to everyone who came out and made it such a fun and engaging afternoon.

If you missed Saturday's talk, mark your calendar for August 29. Peggy and Libby return for What Makes a Blue Ribbon Bloom? — a free, hands-on judging talk tailored for novice and experienced growers alike. The session walks through the full arc of the exhibition dahlia, from final weeks in the garden to the show table at the Single Bloom Competition. Bring two or three dahlias from your own garden for hands-on guidance in selection, evaluation, and staging. Free. 11 a.m.–noon at The Bascom.

05/30/2026

05/29/2026

From Tuber to Trophy: A Dahlia Growers' Talk, happens tomorrow and we hope you join us.

May 30, 2026 | 11:00 am - 12:00 pm | FREE

A show-worthy dahlia doesn't happen by accident. Join seasoned growers Peggy Boruchow Arnette and Libby Eustis for a conversation rooted in the practical art of growing a bloom that's ready for the judge's eye. Whether you're starting from a tuber, a cutting, or a seed, this talk will walk you through the decisions and details that matter most — from soil amendments and staking to the small daily habits that separate a good bloom from a great one.

This talk is designed for growers at every stage, from first-timers curious about dahlias to those who've been at it for years and want to sharpen their approach. Come with questions. The Single Bloom Competition takes place September 10–12 as part of the Dazzling Dahlia Festival, and this is your chance to grow for it with confidence.

05/29/2026

From Tuber to Trophy: A Dahlia Growers' Talk
Saturday, May 30 | 11 a.m. – noon | The Bascom | Free

Seasoned growers Peggy Boruchow Arnette and Libby Eustis lead a conversation on what it takes to bring a dahlia from planting to peak bloom. The talk covers soil preparation, staking, and the daily details that make the difference — practical guidance for first-time growers and experienced ones alike. Attendees are invited to come with questions.

The talk is free and open to all. The Single Bloom Competition takes place September 10–12 as part of The Bascom's Dazzling Dahlia Festival. TheBascom.org

05/29/2026

Today at Kids Zone Caryn, from The Bascom, came and did flower collages. Cut pictures out of a magazine, then glue them on paper to make flower scenes. Thank you very much to Caryn, and the Bascom, for their wonderful programs.

05/28/2026

The Greehey Atrium is ready. Retail Manager, Jessica Lammers has been putting the finishing touches on the first installment of the 2026 Atrium Series, and it opens this Saturday, May 30.

Five artists, five distinct practices: kiln-formed glass vessels by Kim Adams, paintings by Mische and Ann Strub, furniture by Bill Farmer, and jewelry by Robert Doe. Everything on display is available to take home from The Bascom Shop through July 11.

Come see what's in the Atrium this weekend.

🔗 TheBascom.org/shop/atrium-series

05/25/2026

Rain or shine, the galleries are open.

The Bascom is open this Memorial Day, Monday, May 25, 10 a.m.–3 p.m. Three exhibitions are waiting, the Shop is open, and a gray day on the Plateau is a good day to slow down and look at something beautiful.