On March 28, 2025, Residents, Board Members, local Alumni, and Friends of the House gathered in the Garden of the International Student House of Washington, DC (I-House DC) to celebrate our third annual Tulip-Palooza event. Attendees enjoyed arranging beautiful bouquets of tulips, graciously donated by the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, before hand-delivering them to neighbors and local businesses.
The flowers were repurposed after the Embassy’s annual “Dutch Tulip Days” event at the residence of the Ambassador, H.E. Birgitta Tazelaar, where thousands of tulips were displayed in recognition of the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II. In appreciation of the Dutch principle of sustainability, each and every bulb was preserved and will be planted at I-House DC this fall.
Our very own Resident, Makiko Tada from Japan, also led an exciting workshop on the Japanese art of flower arrangement. Makiko explained the origins and philosophies of Ikebana while guests followed these practices to assemble their own creations.
House Chef Warren Eggleston and the talented Eurest team prepared a beautiful display of appetizers and refreshments for participants to enjoy throughout the afternoon’s festivities.
We extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who joined us at 1825 R Street for a memorable afternoon filled with tulips, conversation, and joy.
A special thanks to H.E. Birgitta Tazelaar and the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands for their generous support and ongoing partnership, to our Residents for their enthusiasm and engagement, to our Board Members and Alumni for their active contribution, and to our friends and the public for participating in this beloved House tradition. Your kind efforts made this year’s Tulip-Palooza a resounding success, and we eagerly anticipate the opportunity to welcome you again in the future.
