Blossom
Follow the dawn to dusk cycle of a Japanese cherry blossom tree in this immersive experience
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Dates
Until 1 June 2025 (historic event)
About
Exhibition: Blossom
Follow the dawn to dusk cycle of a Japanese cherry blossom tree in this immersive experience.
This captivating visual experience was created by NOVAK, a Newcastle-based creative studio, and features a soundscape created by Digital Voice for Communities, who work to empower communities through digital media, in collaboration with the pupils of Riverside Primary Academy. The exhibition also includes poetry created by Lotte Dijkstra, a PhD researcher at Newcastle University, in collaboration with local school children.
The Festival of Blossom is a project by the National Trust that provides opportunities for people to connect with nature and each other. Everyone needs nature, and blossom can be a universal symbol of hope and renewal that we can all benefit from after winter ends. Festival of Blossom is supported by players of People’s Postcode Lottery.
Blossom Festival events at the Museum
Monday 26 May - Sunday 1 June, 10am-2pm
Learn about the Gosforth Wild Web project, and Blossom-related resources from the Natural History Society of Northumbria stall outside the Blossom installation on level 1. Free to take part.
Monday 26 May, 10am-3pm
Have you ever wanted to learn more about botanical illustration and learn how to develop your creative skills to create some of your own works of art? Join this day-long workshop with a local artist, Ruth Sheldon. Brought to you by the National History Society of Northumbria. Suitable for adults. £35 for non-NHSN members and £30 for NHSN members, booking is essential.
Tuesday 27 May - Friday 30 May, 10am-2pm
Join the Natural History Society of Northumbria in the Council Room on Level 2 for a complimentary cuppa and the chance to share your own story of how nature has helped you in times of need. As you sip your tea, enjoy browsing the collection of rare and unique blossom-themed books and archives, and learn more about NHSN's role in North East nature. Free to take part.
Wednesday 28 May, 10am–2pm
Take part in some blossom-themed mindful paper crafting, and create a blossom-themed butterfly to hang in our beautiful butterfly corridor. Free to take part.
Wednesday 28 May, 1pm–2pm
For ages 16+, take a mindful pause with Breathe and Blossom as part of the National Trust Blossom Festival. Led by Yoga teacher Rosalind Beaumont, this workshop invites you to explore the Museum’s indoor and outdoor spaces through a fresh lens - one of curiosity, awe, and calm. Free, booking required.
Thursday 29 May, 7.30am-9am
Treat yourself to a special 90-minute early opening for relaxation and calm in the Blossom immersive experience. Free, booking required.
