🎨 FREE ART KITS: KUBA COLLAGE 🎨
Pick up a free all-ages project to create at home! This month cut, paste, and assemble a textural collage inspired by the woven and stitched raffia cloth featured in "Designing Dynamism: Kuba Textiles from the DR Congo, The Wesley Mancini Collection” currently on view at Mint Museum Randolph.
📆 May 6-9, during museum hours-while supplies last
📍 Mint Museum Randolph
Hours: Wednesday 11 AM-9 PM | Thursday-Saturday 11 AM-6 PM
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For questions please contact: Leslie Strauss at [email protected].
🫶 Free Art Kits are supported by Mint Museum Auxiliary.
“Designing Dynamism: Kuba Textiles from the DR Congo, The Wesley Mancini Collection” is generously presented by @wellsfargo . Individual sponsorship is kindly provided by Hillary and Fairfax Cooper, and Lauren Harkey. The Mint Museum is supported, in part, by @cltgov and the North Carolina Arts Council. Special thanks to media partner @pridemagazinenc .
MerriMint is always a special and beautiful evening, celebrating the conclusion of the Room to Bloom season and the Spring Symposium while honoring our Patrons and Benefactors.
A special thank you to our MerrMint co-chairs Katie Brigulio and Kaitlin Vandura who made this event possible and a heartfelt thank you to our gracious hosts Margaret and Waldo Bradley.
If you would like to learn more about becoming a Patron or Benefactor for next year reference the link in bio!
We couldn’t have asked for a more memorable morning celebrating the 2026 Spring Symposium! Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped to make the day such a success!
A special thank you to Nate Berkus for sharing his infinite knowledge and perspective on business and design, and to Adam Rathe of Town & Country for guiding such a thoughtful and engaging conversation.
We are so grateful to our Co-Chairs, Kim Salsbury and Ashley Sigmon, for their dedication and hard work in bringing this event to life; to our president Katie Hallaway for her leadership and commitment; to our Room to Bloom chairs Hope Leak and Lindsey Lucenti; to @smithinteriordesign for a beautifully designed stage; to @inbloomltd for the stunning florals; and to Charlotte Country Club for their gracious hospitality.
Cheers to a wonderful Room to Bloom season!
Only one week away from the 2026 Spring Symposium! On April 15th, we welcome Nate Berkus for an impactful discussion about his newest book, Foundations.
Symposium ticket holders: Don’t forget to pre-order a copy of Foundations for pickup at the Symposium! A limited number of signed copies are available. Check your email from 4/1 for a link to purchase.
We look forward to a morning of thoughtful dialogue, shared inspiration and meaningful design conversation! ✨
A look back at last year’s Spring Symposium — a morning of inspiring conversation and meaningful connection.
From thought-provoking dialogue to rooms filled with creative energy, it was a gathering that truly captured the spirit of the Symposium.
On April 15th, we continue the tradition with Nate Berkus, celebrating his newest book, Foundations.
We cannot wait to do it all again!
A DAY IN THE LIFE: NATE BERKUS @nateberkus
Nate Berkus is coming to Charlotte. ✨
The celebrated designer known for his timeless, personal approach to interiors will be at the Mint Auxiliary Spring Symposium on April 15, where he’ll discuss his new book, Foundations.
Before he arrives, we’re sharing a glimpse into his everyday life in New York with husband Jeremiah Brent and their two children:
Mornings start with coffee (courtesy of Jeremiah) and a quick calendar check. Days are filled with client meetings, installs (his favorite part), and time in the office. By 5 p.m., it’s all about family—dinner together, no devices, and meaningful conversation.
His philosophy? People, pets, then things.
Get to know the designer behind the work and join the waitlist for general admission tickets 🎟️ @mintauxiliary
Read the full feature with 🔗 in bio. As seen in our newest April issue!
Let’s set the stage...
We are absolutely thrilled to have the talented duo of Smith Interiors - MK Boykin Smith & Cindy Smith - designing this year’s Spring Symposium Stage with our featured speaker Nate Berkus & moderator Adam Rathe of Town & Country.
Nationally recognized for their timeless interiors and beautiful eye for antiques, the Smith Interiors team brings 30+ years of design experience to this year’s stage. We cannot wait to see the beauty they create! ✨
🎤 Meet our Spring Symposium moderator Adam Rathe!
We are thrilled to welcome Adam as he leads the conversation with Nate Berkus at this year’s Spring Symposium.
Adam Rathe is the senior features director at Town & Country, where he covers film, theater, books, travel, art, philanthropy, and a range of other subjects. He previously held positions at DuJour, Out, Newsweek, and Harper Collin’s.
✨With Adam guiding the discussion, this is sure to be an inspiring and dynamic conversation!
We are thrilled to have Nate Berkus as this year’s speaker at the Spring Symposium!
Nate Berkus is one of the world’s most influential interior designers, known for his elevated yet accessible approach to interiors. His thirty-year-and-counting career has included innumerable television shows and home collections, along with designing award-winning interiors.
Consistently named to the AD100 and Elle Decor A-List, Nate lives in New York with his husband, Jeremiah Brent, and their children, Poppy and Oskar.
Do not miss your chance! Get your signed copy of his new book Foundations.
Link in bio to purchase 🔗✨
Spring Symposium returns on April 15!
Save the date for an exclusive conversation with renowned designer Nate Berkus, inspired by his new book, Foundations, moderated by Adam Rathe.
Tickets go on sale at 8am March 11 for Mint Auxiliary members and March 12 for general admission
Attendees will have an opportunity to purchase a signed copy of Foundations. Limited quantities available. ✨
It was a beautiful evening with Steve Naifeh, as we learned about his life, his love of art, and the inspiration behind his extraordinary collection on display at Mint Museum. ✨
Thank you to @maisonjardindesign for the stunning planters featured on stage, Alan Kaufman and members of the Charlotte Symphony Orchestra for the beautiful music, and @your_charlotte_bartender for the delicious, specially curated cocktails. 🍸🎶🌿
This evening would not have been possible without our inspiring and dedicated Mint Auxiliary President, Katie Hallaway, and our Winter Evening of EngageMint Chairs, Brooke Alford and Lindsay Schall.
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who helped bring this one-of-a-kind event to life. 💫
Grab your tickets to the nearly sold out Winter Evening of EngageMINT! 🎻✨
Bring your spouse, a friend or two and enjoy a night out in Uptown exploring art and culture. This event is open to all members and non-members. We hope to see you there!
Tickets linked in bio 🔗
