Art In Bloom 2026

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MAM Art in Bloom Event

YOU'RE INVITED

MAM is pleased to welcome you to our Signature Spring fundraiser, a celebration of art, design, and community. Join us for an elegant Artful Lunch followed by an evening Art Gala, held in conjunction with Art in Bloom, a nationally celebrated exhibition where contemporary floral designers create fresh interpretations inspired by works on view throughout the Museum.

Artful Lunch

Artful Lunch Event

Thursday, May 14  |  11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

AACC About
Garden Club of Montclair About

Honoring the African American Cultural Committee (AACC) for their continued mission to sustain and maintain the legacy of artists of the African Diaspora, and the Garden Club of Montclair as they celebrate 100 years of conservation, horticulture, and the artistic use of plant material.

Art Gala

Art Gala Event

Saturday, May 16  |  6 p.m. - 10 p.m.

Ira Wagner About
Ann Schaffer About

Celebrating two remarkable champions of the arts: renowned collector, dedicated Trustee, and Chair of the Art Committee for the past 28 years, Ann Schaffer and MAM's Executive Director from 2020–2025, Ira Wagner.

Limited tickets are available for both the Artful Lunch and Art Gala. Please call (973) 259-5120 or email [email protected] to purchase.

Purchase a Journal Ad

Every year, in tandem with the luncheon and the gala, we release a printed ad journal to highlight event details, honorees, and our generous supporters. This is your opportunity to advertise your business to our network of diverse partners or make a thoughtful tribute for the honorees. Complimentary ad design is available upon request.

Download the Sponsor Kit below to view ad dimensions and specifications.

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The ad journal is SOLD OUT! Any questions about current ad reservations can be directed to (973) 259-5120 or sent to [email protected] 

Interested in supporting the event in another way? Check out our donation section for more!

 

EVENT SPONSORSHIPS

Partner with us—become an event sponsor and gain exclusive name and brand visibility.

Floral Exhibition | Valet Service | Gala Entertainment | Floral Photo Opp | Entryway Floral Design | Edible Floral Centerpiece | Art in Bloom Sunday Studio Series
Click an underwriting opportunity above to learn more and contribute.
 

Event Committee

Event Co-Chairs
  • Laura Schaffer
  • Sharon Taylor
  • Frank J. Walter III
Honorary Artist Chair
  • Nick Cave
Luncheon Co-Chairs
  • Roger C. Tucker III
  • Kay Sarlin Wright
Committee Members
  • Susan Brady Abadan
  • Adunni Slackman Anderson
  • Joahne Carter
  • Sandra Carter
  • Susann Connors
  • Wendy Diamond
  • Izumi Hara
  • Michael Heningburg, Jr. Esq.
  • Diana Lepow Johnson
  • Sumeet Kapoor
  • Jennifer Ley
  • Janice Linaugh
  • Betty Jagoda Murphy
  • Joyce Pokoy-Kurtulus
  • Lyn Reiter
  • Laura Schaffer
  • Cheryl Slutzky
  • Sharon Taylor
  • Donna Torrence
  • Sasha Vitelli
  • Frank J. Walter III
  • Heidi Woo
  • Michael Yavorsky

Sponsors

Ad Sponsors

  • Bravitas/The Silver Family Foundation
  • Lynn Glasser
  • Christine James and Nick De Toustain
  • Jazz House Kids

Event Sponsors

Art in Bloom Sunday Studio Series Gold Sponsor
  • Susan and Arthur Hatzopoulos
Entryway Floral Design Gold Sponsor
  • Lisa Schweitzer and David Kingsnorth
Floral Exhibition Gold Sponsor
  • Clear Mountain Acupuncture logo Clear Mountain Acupuncture 
Gala Entertainment Gold Sponsor
  • Christine James and Nick De Toustain
Edible Floral Centerpiece Silver Sponsor
  • Christine James and Nick De Toustain
Floral Exhibition Bronze Sponsor
  • Amy and Donald Putman
Floral Photo Opp Bronze Sponsor
  • Sue Cole
Gala Favor Bronze Sponsor
  • Janice and Mark Linaugh
Valet Service Bronze Sponsor
  • Sue Cole