**Wine will not be served to anyone under the age of 21
Tulipomania: Art, Economics, and the Madness of Beauty
Sat, Mar 22
|Montrose
Tulipomania—where art, economics, and the 17th-century Dutch obsession with tulips collide in a tale of beauty, wealth, and cultural intrigue.
Time & Location
Mar 22, 2025, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Montrose, 35 Pine St, Montrose, PA 18801, USA
About the Event
Join us as we welcome art historian Bonnie Joseph for an engaging talk on Tulipomania: Art, Economics, and the Madness of Beauty. Explore how the 17th-century Dutch obsession with tulips—arguably history's first financial bubble—left an indelible mark on art, culture, and society. Discover how these coveted blooms inspired painters, shaped social hierarchies, and served as symbols of wealth and desire, all while reflecting the complex interplay between art and economics. A fascinating journey through history, beauty, and the consequences of
human passion.
$10-20 suggested donation