Photos: A bounty of blooms at Smith College Bulb Show

Kathleen Abrams leans in to smell one of the many flowers at the Smith College Bulb Show at the Lyman Conservatory on Monday afternoon. “Gosh, I just burst into tears the moment I walked in, the smells are glorious,” said Abrams.

Kathleen Abrams leans in to smell one of the many flowers at the Smith College Bulb Show at the Lyman Conservatory on Monday afternoon. “Gosh, I just burst into tears the moment I walked in, the smells are glorious,” said Abrams. STAFF PHOTO/CAROL LOLLIS

Gianna McGuire takes a close look at the blooming flowers while visiting the Smith College Bulb Show a the Lyman Conservatory on Monday afternoon. McGuire was there with her mother, Tianna Lerose, and father, Andrew McGuire.

Gianna McGuire takes a close look at the blooming flowers while visiting the Smith College Bulb Show a the Lyman Conservatory on Monday afternoon. McGuire was there with her mother, Tianna Lerose, and father, Andrew McGuire. STAFF PHOTO/CAROL LOLLIS

Gianna McGuire takes a deep breath taking in all the fragrance while visiting the Smith College Bulb Show at the Lyman Conservatory on Monday afternoon. Gianna was there with her mother, Tianna Lerose, and father, Andrew McGuire.

Gianna McGuire takes a deep breath taking in all the fragrance while visiting the Smith College Bulb Show at the Lyman Conservatory on Monday afternoon. Gianna was there with her mother, Tianna Lerose, and father, Andrew McGuire. STAFF PHOTO/CAROL LOLLIS

Beth Kaplowitt works to get the perfect photograph of some blooming camellia’s while visiting the Smith College Bulb Show at the Lyman Conservatory on Monday afternoon. “I come every year and take way to long taking so many pictures,” said Kaplowitt.

Beth Kaplowitt works to get the perfect photograph of some blooming camellia’s while visiting the Smith College Bulb Show at the Lyman Conservatory on Monday afternoon. “I come every year and take way to long taking so many pictures,” said Kaplowitt. STAFF PHOTO/CAROL LOLLIS

Bruce and Gail Weston look over the array of flowers at the Smith College Bulb Show at the Lyman Conservatory on Monday afternoon. “Big sniff, thousands of pictures and lots of deep breaths,” said Gail about her visit.

Bruce and Gail Weston look over the array of flowers at the Smith College Bulb Show at the Lyman Conservatory on Monday afternoon. “Big sniff, thousands of pictures and lots of deep breaths,” said Gail about her visit. STAFF PHOTO/CAROL LOLLIS

Staff Report

Published: 03-05-2024 12:42 PM

Modified: 03-05-2024 4:42 PM

NORTHAMPTON — The Smith College Spring Bulb Show officially opened last Saturday at the Lyman Conservatory and will run through March 17.

Featuring more than 9,000 bulbs brought to flower, visitors can take in a preview of spring colors and scents at the show that draws thousands each year.

The bulb show has been a tradition at Smith since 1901, when it originated along with the college’s first horticulture class.

The show is once again featuring a student-commissioned art installation. Building on the success of last year’s inaugural commission, five students were selected this year through an open call.

The plant house will be open for extended hours for the show:

■Members only, 9-10 a.m. daily.

■10 a.m.-4 p.m., Sunday-Thursday, general public.

■10 a.m.-8 p.m., Fridays and Saturdays, general public.

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Guided tours do not take place during the show, but if a group of 10 or more is planning a visit, the college asks that an appointment be made online.

For more information, visit the website garden.smith.edu/news-events/events/2024-spring-bulb-show.