Welcome to the Minnesota Peony Society!
MPS is a regional peony society in Minnesota whose mission is to promote interest and appreciation on the growing of peonies, with educational programs and events as appropriate to members and to the public.
MPS invites you to explore our online information on Peony Culture and News and Events. All are welcome to become members which includes newsletter subscription and special member events.
Latest News!
Art in Bloom
2025 Art in Bloom at MIA!
Thursday, April 24: 9:30 am – 9:00 pm
Friday through Sunday, April 25 – 27: 9:30 am – 5:00 pm
The Minnesota Peony Society has sponsored an entry in the 2025 Minneapolis Institute of Art’s 41st annual celebration of art and flowers, “Art in Bloom.” Coral peonies are featured in the interpretation of “Avalokiteshvara Bodhisattva in the Water-Moon form.” Our interpretation in Gallery 200, along with more than 150 others throughout the museum, will be on display April 24 – 27.
Thank you to past president Denese Erickson for representing the MPS and creating this lovely artistic interpretation of a beautiful work of art.
“Avalokiteshvara Bodhisattva in the Water-Moon Form”
Second Floor Asian Gallery 200
We hope to see you there!
American Peony Society Convention – Beaver Dam Wisconsin
2025, June 11, 12, 13, 14, 15
The American Peony Society’s 2025 Annual Convention will be a unique celebration of peonies, education, art, music, and food, crowned with the national flower show and exhibition. The event, which will be held in Beaver Dam, Wisconsin – has been developed in collaboration with the Wisconsin Arts & Peony Festival, the Beaver Dam Chamber of Commerce, and the State of Wisconsin and the Wisconsin Peony Society.
Go to the American Peony Society website to register and see more. (must be APS member to register).
The city offers a unique and diverse experience for attending members and the public, with a small “hometown” atmosphere and many arts and entertainment experiences. Beaver Dam has embraced “the peony” as a focal point for its annual Wisconsin Arts and Peony Festival. This is a wonderful platform to enjoy the festival and share our love and knowledge of peonies with the public.
Educational Seminars (7+ this year) and the Flower Show will be held at Beaver Dam High School on June 14 & 15 and is open to both members and the public.
For members staying at the Comfort Inn & Suites the venue is within walking distance (less than a mile) at the beautiful and modern Beaver Dam High School (BDHS). A number of travel tours to nearby gardens and attractions have been arranged to roundout an “Wisconsin Experience” on Thursday and Friday morning. A member banquet, specialty peony auction and awards presentations round out the convention for attendees. We should also mention the great enjoyment that members experience through social gatherings and meals!
Join us!
