GNOMEVEMBER
November 1–30

Gnomevember has ended. Thank you to everyone who visited the gnomes this year!

Standing over 2-feet-tall and weighing in at 60-pounds, these concrete gnomes were cast from molds here at the Garden. Artists from around New England submitted proposals to creatively transform them into works of art with their own unique backstories. Decorated using a wide variety of artistic media, these gnomes celebrate nature, culture, identity, whimsy, and more.

Can you find all the gnomes?
Gnomes are hidden along accessible pathways throughout the Garden, some more mischievously than others! Find all 40 gnomes — plus the elusive Golden Gnome. Post her picture on Instagram with the hashtag #gnomevember and you’ll be entered to win a special prize.

We recommend purchasing your tickets online in advance. You can also buy tickets in person at the Garden. After viewing these wonderful works of art, stop by the Garden Shop for more whimsical Gnomes. Browse our online store featured items for a sneak peek!  

Gnomevember is included with general admission.

Download our Gnome Checklist and scavenger hunt to prepare you for your own gnomeventure at the Garden.

To bring Gnomevember to life, we enlist the help of local artists who transform the gnomes into works of art, each telling a unique story. Each spring, artists submit their gnome design proposals. This year, 10 artists were chosen to participate in the exhibition.

Gnomes are prepared for the artists at the Garden by pouring mixed concrete into one of two silicon and fiberglass gnome molds. Once the concrete is set, the artists come to the Garden to meet their unpainted gnome for the first time. Over a few months of quality time together, the artists bring their gnomes to life with paint and love. When the time comes, the artists return their gnomes to the Garden and say so long (for now). The gnomes enjoy their time to shine throughout the month of November. At the end of the month, the gnomes find their favorite place to hide out until the next Gnomevember.

We would like to recognize and thank all the artists whose gnome designs are featured in this year’s Gnomevember.

Gnomes new to Gnomevember!

  • Elvan by Lauren Barbieri
  • Lady Avienne by Victoria Chapman
  • Bolly By Caroline Charland
  • Granny Winterberry by S.E. Clark
  • Solaris by Kristen Lee
  • Neptune by Uma Mirani
  • Donsy by Holly Morgan
  • Dr. Greenwood by Alyson Prokop
  • Blossom by April Tougas
  • Zara Tigerbloom by Kelly Walls

Returning Gnomes

  • Vinny Van Gnome by Michael Ackerman
  • Mike Dropp by Stevie Leigh Andrascik
  • Mother of Frogs by Victoria Chapman
  • Gnome of Nocturnal Wonders by Victoria Chapman
  • Pascal by S.E. Clark
  • Sylvia by S.E. Clark
  • Hilda & Wilhelm by Dolores Cowden
  • Haben, The Pride Gnome by Grace Coxall
  • Juniper – Four Seasons Gnome by Grace Coxall
  • Victor & Esmarelda by Isabella Deya
  • Masha Gnouveau by Kathleen Donahue
  • Kindleigh by Magda Granger
  • Lady Stripes by Howie Green
  • Miriam by Maria Hinkson
  • Bob Ross by Renee Jolly
  • Sweet Treat Pete by Renee Jolly
  • Georgia O’Keefe by Angela Lavallee
  • Twilight Gnome by Kristen Lee
  • Claude Monet by Holly Morgan
  • Roy G. BIV by Lea Morgan
  • Mz. Milkweed by Samara Pearlstein
  • Maeve by Isabella Piedresanta
  • Alejo by Val Sophos
  • Bee Kind by Elaine Turner
  • Frida Kahlo by Kelly Walls
  • Vincent Van Gogh by Kelly Walls
  • Weetamoo by Kelly Walls
  • Genome by Bridie Wolejko

Gnomes on Vacation

  • Nikommo by Laura Brainard & Dorothy McDonald
  • Steampunk Alchemist by Emily Parker
  • The Stag Gnome by Michelle Murry
  • Dame of Decomposers by Emily Giroux
  • Collins by Shaun Harris
  • Sir Henry von Wildeblume by Jessica Ottaviano
  • Mrs. Sprinkles by Darcy Kupferschmidt
  • Iris Marie Gnomebody by Kelly Murphy
  • La Llorona (Sugar Skull) by Isabella Deya
  • Frau. Kunstlehrer by Kristi Leigh DiSalle
  • Reggi, The Ring Toss Gnome by Rebecca Duffy
  • Bridget Zen Knight by Pam Lee
  • Farmer Gnome by Patricia Socrat

GLIMPSES OF GNOMEVEMBER

  • A Claude Monet gnome stands in the winter garden.
  • A child looks at the genome gnome in the lawn garden.
  • Two gnomes stand in the Garden of Inspiration during Gnomevember.
  • Closeup of the steampunk gnome.
  • A group viewing the gnomes stops and looks at the monarch butterfly gnome.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Gnomes can lose their magic when handled by humans! Please respect our gnome visitors and leave each gnome as you find them.    

Gnomes can be visited during the Garden’s regular daytime hours, 10am to 5pm daily. The gnomes will be at the Garden from November 1-30 each year. This exhibit is included with general admission. Reserve your tickets here.   

The Garden’s staff work tirelessly each fall, using their magic to welcome new gnomes. Gnomes are cast from concrete into two different molds at the Garden and are then provided to local artists to complete.  Artists decorate their gnomes and dream up a unique backstory to bring each gnome to life.  

Yes, and be sure to come back annually as new gnomes are welcomed to the family each year!  

Each Summer, the Garden releases a call for artists. Interested artists submit proposals including a sketch and story for their proposed gnome. Follow us on social media or sign up for our e-newsletter to stay up to date.   

The golden gnome is the only gnome available for purchase. Contact lmorgan@nebg.org for more information.