GNOMEVEMBER
November 1–30

The garden gnomes are returning this fall and are more mischievous than ever. Visiting from near and far, our sneaky garden gnomes will take up residence in some of their favorite hiding spots around the Garden. Search for all of our garden gnomes and uncover their unique stories. Come be part of the magic this Gnomevember!

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.

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 oure-newsletter to stay up to date.   

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

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.