Blithewold. An American Garden Treasure. Come And Be Inspired. Upcoming events at Blithewold Mansion, Gardens & Arboretum in Bristol, RI.
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Wine Tasting and Talk on the Porch
Thursday, October 1, 2026 to Thursday, October 15, 2026 | 6 - 8 PM
Date Changed: Maintaining Bristol’s Urban Forests
Join Chris Fletcher, arborist and local storyteller, for a discussion on maintaining Bristol’s urban forests. Bristol was one of the first towns to develop…
Bonsai Essentials 3: Workshop with Peter Olsen
In this class, we explore bonsai techniques with cold-hardy trees. This class will include a tree as students begin to take their bonsai skills from the easier…
Fall Watercolor Series with Artist Mary Ellen Dwyer
Wednesday, October 14, 2026 to Wednesday, November 18, 2026 | 10 AM - 12 PM
Fall Sunset Tour
Experience Blithewold in its finest fall glory as you stroll through the grounds at sunset. Director of Horticulture Dan Christina will show you the views that…
Fairy House Competition!
Please join the fun and show off your creative whimsy! Create a prize-winning cozy winter home for the fairies who live in your yard, and temporarily share it…
Daffodil Planting Primer
Ever wonder how, why, and when Blithewold plants our new Daffodils? Join Director of Horticulture, and president of the Daffodil Society of Rhode Island, Dan…