Sponsorship Opportunities

We will welcome 18 fresh evergreen Gnomes (3 ft. tall) as part of a scavenger hunt leading guests around downtown Northville.

• The evergreens are available on a first come/first serve basis.

• Each Evergreen Gnome comes with a wooden sign that provides clues for a Gnome Scavenger Hunt.

• One sandbag will be provided to weigh the Gnome down.

• Evergreen Gnomes prefer to live outside in front of a business.

• Owners are responsible for the security and storage of the Gnome once delivered.

• Evergreen Gnomes are for one season use only.

We will welcome 12 handmade cement Gnomes (1-2 ft. tall) this year who are individually decorated and come with an event sign.

• A selection of personalized gnomes are available on a first come/first serve basis. 

• Please make selection at checkout below. Additional cost for specialty gnomes.

• Cement Gnomes will be part of a Gnome scavenger hunt.

• Cement Gnomes prefer to live inside a business establishment.

• Cement Gnomes are to be kept after the event and can be used in future years.

• Owners are responsible for the security and storage of the Gnome once delivered.

• Lifespan of a Gnome is 2-3 years before it may need replacement.

The Window Painting Contest, held Saturday and Sunday, January 2-3, 2021, invites artists of all ages to transform the windows throughout Northville’s Downtown Business District. The theme is Gnome Around Northville.

There are three divisions with awards to be given in each division. These include: Individual (Ages 13 to Adult); Family (up to 6 members); and Teams (such as school clubs, churches, scouts or businesses).

A business is welcome to paint their window and participate in the contest as a Team.

• Business sponsor will allow a window to be painted with a winter-themed scene.

• Artists are required to have at least one gnome within the scene; no religious-themed art allowed.

• Painted scenes will not exceed 4 feet by 3 feet with painting tape used to designate borders.

• Business owners may specify the location of the scene on a window.
   
• Artists are required to bring tarps or newspapers to keep paint off sidewalks. 
   
• Windows will be washed by organizers before and after (on February 1) the event.
   
• Promotion includes:
  • Social media posts of window art, artists, and contributing business. 
  • Listing of Business on Gnome Around Northville Map 
  • Listing of Business on Northville Art House and DDA website and Facebook.
  • Photos of painted window, printed and framed to be given to the business.