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Rooms of Blooms

March 5 – March 15, 2026


Experience the art of floral design with Rooms of Blooms! Presented March 5–8 and March 12–15, 2026, the historic Paine mansion is bursting with color and aroma as it features fantastic florals embellishing each room, whether single arrangements or full-room installations.

The Conservatory also showcases a brilliant, immersive floral installation created by the Paine’s Curator of Horticulture, where you can enjoy tea time among the blooms. Plus, enjoy programs and workshops each weekend!


Floral Show

Admission includes viewing the floral show and “Dancing With Life: Mexican Masks” exhibition


Thursday, March 5 | 11:00 AM–4:00 PM
Friday–Sunday, Mar 6–8 | 9:00 AM–8:00 PM
Thursday, March 12 | 11:00 AM–8:00 PM
Friday–Sunday, March 13–15 | 9:00 AM–8:00 PM

Reservations required. Reservations available January 20.

Before 4:00 PM:
$33 Adult
$21 Youth (ages 5-17)

4:00 PM and after:
$22 Adult
$14 Youth (ages 5-17)

Free for children ages 4 and under
Free for Paine Members


Community First Credit Union members receive 2-for-1 admission

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Tea Time

Take your tea with treats amidst the floral display in the Conservatory


Morning Tea
Saturday–Sunday, March 7–8 & 14–15 | 9:30–11:30 AM

Afternoon Tea
Thursday, March 5 | 1:00–4:30 pm
Friday–Sunday, March 6–8 | 11:30 AM–4:30 PM
Thursday–Sunday, March 12–15 | 11:30 AM–4:30 PM

Sip & Savor

Enjoy a choice of wine with savory bites amidst the floral display in the Conservatory.


Friday–Sun, March 6–8 | 5:00–7:30 PM
Thursday–Sunday, March 12–15 | 5:00–7:30 pm


Experience the Art of Floral Design

Celebrate the art of floral design with the fresh aromas and kaleidoscopic colors of floral arrangements embellishing each room of the historic Paine mansion. The most talented designers in the region create arrangements complementing the exhibition Dancing with Life: Mexican Masks while full-room installations transform the period rooms.

The Paine’s Curator of Horticulture also presents a major floral installation in the Conservatory, where along with the floral show, enjoy tea time during the day or wine and charcuterie in the evening among the blooms.


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Frequently Asked Questions

For additional assistance, please contact the Paine at (920) 235-6903 or info@thepaine.org.

Do I need a reservation?

Reservations are required for admission to the floral show and educational programs. Walk-ins are not able to be accommodated due to high popularity of the event – please make a reservation. Reservations are not required for Tea Time or Sip & Savor.

May I view the conservatory display without doing Tea Time and/or Sip & Savor?

Yes! Admission includes viewing the display in the conservatory. Tea Time and Sip & Savor are a separate cost.

Can I attend educational programs on a different day than my reservation?

No. Educational programs are covered for the same day of the reservation only. An additional reservation is required to attend educational programs offered on a different day.

May I bring a stroller?

The Paine encourages visitors with small children to use umbrella strollers, which are available at the entrance. Large strollers are not allowed.

May I take photos when I visit?

Yes, photography is allowed. Please do not use a flash and be considerate of other visitors and your surroundings. Tripods and/or selfie sticks are not allowed.

Is the event wheelchair-accessible?

The conservatory is wheelchair accessible. The mansion has an elevator for the second floor, however, a portion of the second floor is not wheelchair accessible. Please note that large wheelchairs may not fit through some doorways. The Paine has wheelchairs available that fit through all doorways. Wheelchairs are available at the mansion’s reception desk, and the Mansion and Conservatory are wheelchair-accessible.

Where do I park when I visit?

The Paine is located at 1410 Algoma Boulevard in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. Visitors may park in the parking lot on Algoma Boulevard located next to the Paine mansion, which offers accessible parking spaces and a drop-off area near the entrance gate. A second lot with accessible parking is located on Congress Ave. Across from the carriage house and conservatory. Visitors may also park along the street on Algoma Boulevard, Congress Avenue, and Elmwood Avenue.

Does the Paine close in winter weather?

The Paine remains open and all tours continue during winter weather conditions. The Paine only closes during the most extreme weather conditions and does not follow school or other closings. In the event of severe weather near the time of a reservation, please call (920) 235-6903 or visit the Paine’s website or Facebook page for the most updated information.

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Become a Paine Member!

Admission to Rooms of Blooms is free for Members! Members also enjoy a year of free or reduced admission to the mansion, gardens, and art exhibitions, plus invitations to special events, discounts on purchases, and more.