This January, Tryon Palace will present an inspiring and eclectic exhibit of collections from the “attic,” alongside captivating floral designs reflecting characteristics of the artifact. History in Bloom will be showcased in the Duffy Exhibition Gallery at the North Carolina History Center and is open to the public for one weekend only, Saturday and Sunday, January 21 and 22. Twenty-one floral designers from across the state are participating with their creative floral interpretation of these museum objects.

On Friday, January 20, the Tryon Palace Foundation will host an extraordinary affair, the History in Bloom Preview Party and Culinary Experience. Attendees will not only view this very special exhibit first but will be able to meet and speak with both the floral designers about the floral arrangements and members from the Tryon Palace Collections staff about the collection pieces. This remarkable event will also offer an exquisite culinary experience from some of New Bern’s finest chefs. A savory menu of charcuterie, small plates of appetizers and petite entrees, and delectable sweets will be served paired perfectly with wine. Distinguished chefs from Persimmons, Cypress Hall, Posh Nosh and Mayte Sweets will be creating the delicious fare. Taking place in the North Carolina History Center’s Mattocks Hall, from 6:00 p.m. till 9:00 p.m., attendees of this epicurean evening of history, artistic creations, fine food and wine will also enjoy the soothing melodies of a live string ensemble. The event is black tie optional and promises to be memorable.