May 30 to September 30, Reiman Gardens invites visitors to experience Big & Small, a whimsical outdoor exhibit by Tork Collaborative Arts that plays with scale and perspective, transforming familiar flowers like poppies and echinacea into monumental works of art scattered throughout the gardens. While exploring the exhibit you might also happen upon another big (and small) surprise coming to the Gardens this June.
Adventures with Elwood the Gnome: Small Things is a warm and imaginative tale about belonging, kindness, joy, and the power of friendship.
Written by Andrew Gogerty and illustrated by Tim Read, this charming children’s book is set against the vibrant backdrop of Reiman Gardens in Ames, Iowa, and features lovable garden characters, playful dialogue, and a heartfelt message that delights readers of all ages. Follow Elwood as he greets his garden friends, weathers a mighty storm, and learns an important truth: sometimes the smallest things bring the biggest joy.
This year will feature more than 80 talented artists and vendors spread throughout the beautiful gardens, along with a selection of food and drinks from Hy-vee and Kona Ice.
Adventures with Elwood the Gnome: Small Things is a warm and imaginative tale about belonging, kindness, joy, and the power of friendship.
Written by Andrew Gogerty and illustrated by Tim Read, this charming children’s book is set against the vibrant backdrop of Reiman Gardens in Ames, Iowa, and features lovable garden characters, playful dialogue, and a heartfelt message that delights readers of all ages. Follow Elwood as he greets his garden friends, weathers a mighty storm, and learns an important truth: sometimes the smallest things bring the biggest joy.
