Tulipomania: Art, Economics, and the Madness of Beauty

Join Pink Arrow Arts as they 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.