Yan Lai's Traveling Memories Created by artist Amy M. Ho for the Cabinets of Curiosity at Story Mansion. The installation is FREE and open to all. Tues, Wed, Thur 1-5pm, Friday, Sat, Sun 9-5pm. Open till 7 on Saturdays, closed Mondays. Through April 14th. Video: @writegoodbranding #cabinetsofcuriosity #randomactsofsilliness

Meet Corax, the mascot of the Raven's Eye Society. She greets visitors on the porch of the Story Mansion with an introduction to the Cabinets of Curiosity installation. Corax was created by Billings artist Jen Indreland. This installation is FREE and open to all. Hours are Tues, Wed, Thur 1-5pm, Friday, Sat, Sun 9-5pm. Open till 7pm on Saturdays, closed Mondays. Photos: Loneman Photography

Join us for Theremin Thursdays from 4-5 every Thursday at Cabinets of Curiosity at Story Mansion. Drop-in anytime to listen to Marla Goodman play this curious cabinet that makes music without being touched! Video: @writegoodbranding #cabinetsofcuriosity #theremin

Who is coming to see the cabinets today? (Open at the Story Mansion 9am - 5pm).

Today's the day! Cabinets of Curiosity are open at Story Mansion 9-7pm. Come make believe with us and experience the magic created by Montana artists. This installlation is free, no reservations required, and is best suited for ages 5-105. Snaps: @lonemanphotography

We love curious toddlers.... but please note the Cabinets of Curiosity installation was NOT designed for kids under 5 and their super strength! Also, the content might not resonate. If you choose to bring a young child to the installation we will request very active supervision ♥️. Feel free to DM us with questions!

Come experience the cabinets starting Saturday March 23- free and no reservations required. Presented by Random Acts of Silliness in partnership with Bozeman Parks and Recreation and Friends of Story Mansion with support from an anonymous donor and Peace Design. Featuring original interactive works of art by 10 Montana artists. Video: @writegoodbranding #randomactsofsilliness #cabinetsofcuriosity

Grab your free tickets via the link in bio- March 23 at 10am and 11:30am.

The Cabinets of Curiosity installation at Story Mansion opens March 23rd! Immerse yourself in this magical- world of fantastical collections created by 10 Montana artists. Here's a glimpse of the cabinet being created by artists Steve & Cedar Allison- Bunnell. A visit to this art- experience is FREE, no reservations required. Public hours are Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 1pm-5pm, Friday Saturday, Sunday 9-5pm, open till 7pm on Saturdays! Visit the link in bio for all the information to plan your visit. #cabinetsofcuriosity #randomactsofsilliness

We are currently accepting proposals for fairy homes, businesses and other establishments for the 5th annual (!!!!!) fairy village this year. Deadline for submission is April 15th, 2024. More information and submission form at the link in bio! #randomactsofsilliness #bumblewoodthicket

If you thought the Magic Monster Show was wacky before - just wait for the KID TAKEOVER on March 23rd! This show will feature lots of messes, more kids on stage, and let kids take everyday scenarios like bedtime, math-class and, and visits to the dentist - and turn them into their own outlandish dreams! As always, the show is FREE (donations appreciated!) but we suggested reserving a ticket in advance (link in bio). This show is best for ages 3 - 10. Showtimes are 10am and 11:30am The Magic Monster Show is supported by The Sweet Pea Festival for the Arts and James Bond Dental Arts.

Are you curious? The Cabinets of Curiosity installation at Story Mansion opens in just a couple of weeks! Here's a glimpse of the cabinet being created by artist Kirsten Kainz. As always this installation is FREE to visit. Public hours are Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 1pm-5pm, Friday Saturday, Sunday 9-5pm. Visit the link in bio for all the information to plan your visit. #cabinetsofcuriosity #randomactsofsilliness

Are you curious? The Cabinets of Curiosity installation at Story Mansion opens March 23! Enjoy this teaser of the cabinet being created by Billings artist Deva Gallagher. As always this installation is FREE to visit but hours are limited. Visit the link in bio for all the information to plan your visit. #cabinetsofcuriosity #randomactsofsilliness

Are you curious? The Cabinets of Curiosity installation at Story Mansion opens in three weeks (March 23). The installation invites visitors to pretend that they are exploring the collections of a mysterious society, when in fact the works are created by real southwest MT artists. Enjoy this teaser of the collection being created by Marla Goodman & David DiGiacomo. As always this installation is FREE to visit but hours are limited. Visit the link in bio for all the information to plan your visit. #cabinetsofcuriosity #randomactsofsillinessihavenocontrol😛

Reserve your group visit to Cabinets of Curiosity now! The installation is open for groups only on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 9am-1pm. Learn more and reserve your spot via the form on the Cabinets of Curiosity page- spots are filling quickly! #cabinetsofcuriosity Photo: Loneman Photography

Ahoy, me hearties! Thank ye for settin' sail with us on a grand Magic Monster adventure! Until our paths cross again, fair winds and following seas! #magicmonstershow

Mark your calendars Gallatin Valley- this is going to be 🤯 Immerse yourself in the curious collections of the mysterious “Raven’s Eye Society”, a FICTIONAL club of collectors and explorers who traveled our world and beyond to gather the specimens contained in their magical cabinets of curiosity. Their beautiful and interactive cabinets will be on display throughout the Story Mansion: mesmerizing mementos, fanciful renditions of scientific specimens and artifacts, and even encapsulated sounds and memories.... created by real Montana artists. Free and open to the public Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 1pm-5pm and Friday, Saturday, Sunday 9am-5pm. More information and group reservations available on our website. #randomactsofsilliness #cabinetsofcuriosity #immersiveart #montanartist

Thank you for your creativity and sparkle Gallatin Valley - let's do it again next year ♥️✨ #randomactsofsilliness #lanternparade Video: @lohunterphoto @design5la @sarahdaybznre @bozemansymphony

Cardboard master Marla Goodman is at it again- creating fun set and prop details for our upcoming Magic Monster Show: Pirate Pandemonium! February 24 10am and 11:30am at Gallatin High School. Reserve your free tix via the link in bio! Thanks to @rockymountaintoycompany for sponsoring this show!

Roxy is SO EXCITED to make her debut with the amazing crew at MT Shakes! Join us for their free President's Day performance of 'Goofs, Gaffes, Flubs, & Fumbles'- 1pm, February 19, MSU Black Box Theatre.

Did you know the MSU School of Art Foundations Program made lanterns for the parade? We loved having students in the parade and were delighted by their whimsical creations! Photos: @loneman_photography #lanternparade #randomactsofsillliness

Gallatin Valley you are magic. Thank you to everyone (and there are a lot of you!) who made our first lantern parade a resounding success. Should we do it again next year? Especially big thanks to our amazing event sponsors @design5la and @sarahdaybznre @gallatin_county for use of the lovely Gallatin Regional Park. All the amazing artists and community members who made lanterns especially Matt Cameron, Thomas Dunning, @yonkeangela , @studio.wheelhouse , the MSU Art Department and @jadelowder Music from the Greater Yellowstone Threshold Choir & @bozemansymphony Many volunteers and RAS staff who made it all work! Photos: @loneman_photography #lanternparade #randomactsofsilliness #gallatinvalley

Have you heard the Buzz? The Winter Bloom Lantern Parade is tomorrow! Parade starts at 6pm at the Gallatin Regional Park and is free and open to all. Visit the link in bio for the scoop on parking and other details for spectators. The parade will be led by this amazing queen bee - created by artist Matt Cameron. She will be surrounded by a bouquet of bitterroot lanterns- the Montana State Flower!

Repost from @altitudegallerybozeman • Help Random Acts of Silliness illuminate the skies with joy and light! 🏮🌟 The Winter Bloom Lantern Parade is a free community art event that will engage thousands of Gallatin Valley residents in a beautiful experience. 200 thematic lanterns will be created by community members, in addition to giant “show piece” lanterns created by local artists and MSU art students. The Bozeman Symphonic Choir will provide musical accompaniment for the parade. The Parade will take place at the Gallatin Regional Park at sunset, around 6pm, on February 10th. Shop with us today and we will donate 50% of our profits to Random Acts of Silliness to help keep their Winter Bloom Lantern Parade free and accessible for all! ❄️💫🎇

Your creativity is blooming Bozeman! You will all be blown away by the beauty of the lanterns created at Sunday's Globes Workshop. See them all aglow Saturday Feb 10 at 6pm at the Gallatin Regional Park! #gallatinvalleylanternparade #randomactsofsilliness

Here is the parade route! The staging area is near the dino playground and will be congested - we advise spectators park in one of the three parking areas in this map. This is at the Gallatin Regional Park- start time 6pm! Remember, if you have a small lantern (under 12") we request you watch the parade from the park and join at the end if desired. If you are making a larger lantern for the parade please signup on our website for all the deets! #bozemanevents #bozemanfamily

Reserve your spot or prepare to walk the plank! Thanks to @rockymountaintoycompany for sponsoring our swashbuckling band of misfits. And hey... while you've got pirates on the brain- email ideas for pirate themed tongue twisters (hello@randomactsofsillliness.com) and we might use them in the show! #randomactsofsilliness #magicmonstershow #bozemanfamily

We pulled about 200 2 liter soda bottles out of the waste stream to be repurposed as parade lanterns! Thanks to our Jill-Of-All-Trades Bethany Caball for taking on this task and Four Corners Recycling for the access! Singers in the parade will carry green lanterns representing new growth 🍃💚. The rest will be turned into handheld lanterns this weekend at the @bozemanlibrary workshops!

We created a Kalediscope of butterflies for the lantern parade! Join us at the Gallatin Regional Park on February 10th at 6pm to see these beauties take flight 🦋. Huge thanks to the lovely crew who put in a long night's work building the butterflies, and to lantern artist @gabsdoesart for the stunning template. #lanternparade #randomactsofsilliness

Here's to a shared magical year ahead. Thanks to Marla Goodman for this sweet illustration. #bozemanartist #randomactsofsilliness #lanternparade

Checkout this lovely lantern artist Kathleen McPherson-Glynn made for the lantern parade using willow branches, deli paper, and masking tape! We know our workshops filled up fast, but everyone is invited to make a lantern at home to walk with in the parade! If you plan to make something please signup via the Winter Bloom page on our website so we can get you all the parade day info. #randomactsofsilliness #lanternparade #gallatinvalley #bozemanartist

Magic Monster Roxy is SO EXCITED to make her debut with the amazing crew at Montana Shakespeare in the Parks (she's angling for the role of Juliet next ;)! Join Roxy for an opening to this delightful and wacky show on President's Day. The show is free but reservations are required!

The Magic Monster Show is grateful to receive support from the Sweet Pea Festival for the arts! Please join us for our winter/spring shows: Pirate Pandemonium in February, Kid Takeover in March, and a special show at the Earth Day Festival in August (tix available soon!) #randomactsofsilliness #magicmonstershow #bozemanfamily @sweetpeafestival @wildartsbozeman @loneman_photography @lohunterphoto This video uses photo and video from a variety of awesome photogs including Loneman Photography and Lo Hunter (please DM for info about a specific photo).

We're still *glowing* from our first lantern workshop last night! Montana's state flower will lead the way in the parade on February 10th. Thanks to all the lovely participants and @studio.wheelhouse for being our unofficial home studio. The three remaining lantern workshops are full but get on the waitlist via eventbrite and we'll get in as many folks as we can! Bitterroot Flower template created by @gabsdoesart #randomactsofsilliness #winterbloomlanternparade

Throwing it back to winter fun at the 'Menagerie of the Imaginary' at Story Mill Park in January 2021. - Branches of Joy by Cindy Owings - Simon by Sarah Angst - The Indriluma Twins by Noah Massey - Dug by Dan Haywood/ Animoscialltor - Stewart the Wishkeepee by Kirsten Kainz - Woolbert by Mimi Matsuda - Delowah Lu by Vicki Fish - Blossom by Kaetlyn Able Not space to include all the wonderful Imaginary Friends - but our website contains the stories and photos of all past installations if you want to revisit them all. Photos: Loneman Photography

We're looking for a great INTERN! This intern will support all aspects of the Cabinets of Curiosity installation from behind the scenes prep, to visitor interface, to working with the RAS team and exhibit artists. This is a 6 week paid internship for someone who is excited about accessible public art! Applications due by February 11. Visit the internship link in bio for the details!

Thanks for voting Bumblewood Thicket Bozeman's #1 Public Art Installation 3 years in a row! And recognizing our theater group as one of the best two years in a row! Congrats to the many artists and performers who make these events magical ♥️

It's time to start making lanterns for the Winter Bloom Parade! The first workshop is Wednesday January 10 from 5:30- 8:30 @studio.wheelhouse In this adult and teen workshop, you’ll be able to build your own illuminated bitteroot flower lantern (Montana's state flower!) We will be assembling these lanterns based on a template from Canadian lantern artist GABS DeGauw. Please only signup if you plan to use your lantern in the parade on February 10th. Participation is free with a suggested donation of $25/ lantern to cover material costs if your budget allows.

We created a lot of joy and magic together in 2023! Here's to more creativity and connection for the Gallatin Valley in 2024.

Meet monthly donor Michelle Varrin! Monthly gifts are an impactful way to show that you enjoy our programming year round. Simply go to our donation page and select 'monthly' under 'choose your amount'. However your do it- we appreciate your year- end support for accessible, joy- inducing art in the Gallatin Valley!

Last minute gift alert! The 2023 Bumblewood Thicket Book is available only at Country Bookshelf (in store or online). It's got beautiful photos (thank you @loneman_photography ) of each of the houses from this year's village, as well as whimsical stories about the fairies who live in them. It's sure to bring excited smiles and happy memories to the receiver. Plus when you purchase the book the porcesss benefit next year's fairy village ♥️

It's the final day to vote in the joy & whimsy photo contest! Pick your favorite from the many delightful submissions ♥️- view the contest via the link in bio.

Vote for your favorite candid photo from our whimsical year (link in bio). Friday December 15th is the final day to vote. Pictures: 'Trying to Catch Fairies' 'First Crankie' 'Gnomies' #randomactsofsilliness

That's a wrap on the Magic Monster Show! We'll be back in February with more madcap mayhem inspired by your ideas. Pirates? Outer space? Sparkly Tea Party? What's the show theme you're hoping to see in 2024?! Show Photo: Lo Hunter #magicmonstershow

Time to vote! We've selected the 25 candid photos that we feel best demonstrate Joy, Whimsy, and Connection at RAS events this year. Checkout the fun photos and vote for your favorite at the link in bio! These photos are captioned: 'Finding Fairy Footprints' 'Roxy, meet Wolfie and Froggy' 'Pointing at the Unicorn' #randomactsofsilliness

Todays the day! Final chance to submit photos to the 2023 Joy & Whimsy photo contest. Lots of fun prizes (plus the added benefit of making people smile with your pics :). See the link in bio to submit and for all the details. Thanks for playing 😊

Mark your calendars for a late winter celebration of light, color, and song. Glowing lanterns created by Gallatin Valley artists and community members will be accompanied by singers from the Bozeman Symphonic Choir with members of the Greater Yellowstone Threshold Choir. There are many ways you can be a part of the magic- check the link in bio for more details. ❄️🌻🏮 Thanks to Handmade Productions UK for inspiring the parade theme. #randomactsofsilliness

Thanks Tracy! If you value what Random Acts of Silliness brings to our community consider a donation in this season of giving! #randomactsofsilliness

Two weeks until our final Magic Monster Show of the year! Join Boomer on an arctic adventure like no other. As always this show is FREE (thanks to support from @sweetpeafestival )but advanced reservations are required (link in bio). If your budget allows you can make a donation for your tickets to help keep the show accessible to all. Best suited for kids ages 3-10.

If we could break into each and everyone one of your houses and leave a message of gratitude on the wall in pixie dust- we'd do it! Seriosuly grateful for our silly community who keeps showing up for play, connection, and joy. #randomactsofsilliness #bumblewoodthicket

Enter your photos by November 30th to win fun prizes AND share your joyful warm fuzzies with the RAS community! All the details at the link in bio!

A Monster Feast full of laughter, gratitude and giant candy corn! Thanks to all who celebrated with us 😜🌽🦃 #magicmonstershow #randomactsofsilliness

It's year end photo contest time! We *love* seeing your photos from RAS moments throughout the year: Fantastical Forests, Gnome Roam, Bumblewood Thicket, Magic Monster Show, Crankie Making, String and Shadow, or the Silly Monster Marching Band- we want to see your moments of joy and playfulness. Loving this Gnome Roam submission 'Warmth of Wonder' from Claire Awad. Of course we've got fun prizes featuring local art! Submit via the photo contest link in bio. Deadline 5pm November 30th.

"We support Random Acts of Silliness because they've transformed Bozeman into a magical place for our family. From the enchanting Bumblewood Thicket to engaging activities like pond trolls, cabinets of curiosities, crankies, Monster plays, and gnomes — each experience has sparked meaningful conversations and lasting impressions on our kids. They've truly made this the best place for kids to live."
Megan Hansen and Family! If Random Acts of Silliness has made your life richer, consider a year end gift via the link in bio!

We're dishing up LAUGHS at the Magic Monster Show: Monster Feast on November 18th! Loving these gorgeous props for the show created by Marla Goodman. Don’t miss out on this uproarious, interactive, and utterly bonkers show that’ll have your kids talking about it for weeks. Secure your (FREE) tickets now and be prepared for a magical monster mashup of hilarity and mayhem.... and potatoes. The show's free but please reserve a spot via the link in bio! Showtimes are 10am and 11:30am at Gallatin High School. #randomactsofsilliness #magicmonstershow

It's a great lineup for FREE crankies at the @bozemanlibrary on Thursday! Rachel Hergett with the 'The Sad Red Oni' (4pm only), Kate Weiss with 'Night Vision' (6:30pm only), Jill and Riley Logan with 'It Isn't Easy Being a Myth', the Tjernagel Family with 'The Sock Goblin', Cindy Owings crankie 'The Lighting of the Earth' (performed by Anna Visscher and Kelsi Tjernagel), and Marla Goodman with 'The Dandelion Seeds'. Shows are at 4pm (almost full) and 6:30 (seats left) in the library community room. Reserve your spot at the link in bio! Photos: Loneman Photography #crankietheater

Today at @bozemanlibrary from 1-3 crankie making and crankie demonstrations in the community room! Drop in and check it out! #bozeman #bozemanfamily #free #gallatinvalley

Thanksgiving meets monster mayhem on November 18th! Join us for a family show with all the fixins: puppets, live music, and YOUR wacky ideas brought to life by the magic monster improvisers. Showtimes are 10am and 11:30am. As always, the show is free but advanced reservations are suggested (link in bio). We are grateful to @sweetpeafestival for their support of this show! #freeevents #gallatinvalley #randomactsofsilliness

Join us for a full week of crankie- fun at the Bozeman Public Library! Friday (3rd, 3-5) and Saturday (4th, 1-3) drop in to help make a 'Valley of the Flowers' collaborative crankie & checkout the show and tell with some of the crankie artists and their work. Thursday Nov 9- join us for free crankie shows at 4pm and 6:30pm in the community room featuring original 'mythical creature' themed crankies made by Montana artists and shadow puppetry (reservations requested via link in bio). #freeevents #gallatinvalley Photos:Loneman Photography Featuring work by: Marla Goodman, the Tjernagel family, Kate Weiss, Rachel Hergett, Cindy Owings, Jill & Riley Logan

Drop in November 3 (3-5pm) & 4 (1-3pm) at Bozeman Public Library to help create a collaborative crankie (moving picture scroll) with support and demonstrations from local artists!

We need more space to make more magic! After years of operating out of our garages and small storage unit, RAS is looking for a warehouse/ studio space to call home. Looking for 1,500 to 2,500 square feet of space to store, stage, and create for our installations. It doesn't need to be fancy (shouldn't be, in fact!) but it does need to be climate controlled. And hey, if you haven't heard, affordable real estate is tough to find in the valley. We'd love to find someone interested in helping out a community non-profit. Drop any leads in our DMs or email hello@randomactsofsilliness.com

What a weekend! Thanks to everyone who participated in Magic Monster Show fun at Gallatin High and Adventures in Cardboard mania at Lindley Park. We sure love our playful community 😍 #randomactsofsilliness

New pre-show fun for the Magic Monster Show making its debut this weekend. Thanks to artist Marla Goodman for bringing 'Roxy's Dress Up Time' and 'Boomer's Costume Party' to life! A few tickets still available for shows at 10am and 11:30am this Saturday the 21st at Gallatin High! Link in bio. #randomactsofsilliness #magicmonstershow

Silly Monsters dress up for Halloween too! GoGo (in baby dragon costume), reminds you to reserve your spot for the FREE Magic Monster Halloween Spooktacular on October 21st- link in bio!

Bumblewood Thicket is visiting Bozeman Health! Just inside entrance one you'll find 9 fairy homes and businesses adorning the atrium. Thanks to Bozeman Health for sponsoring Bumblewood and helping us spread joy with this temporary installation (through October 23rd).

The prairie crankie workshop at Tinworks was a blast! Thanks to lead artist / uke maestro Marla Goodman, Kate Huston and Tony Buynum for lending inspo photography, and the many crankie artists of all ages who made and performed this masterpiece! Thanks to @tinworksart for hosting! Performance video courtesy of Kathleen McPherson Glynn. #randomactsofsilliness #crankietheater #homeontherange

Roxy and GoGo- our silly monster mascots- invite you for some improvised tricks and treats! October 21st at our new Gallatin High location- shows at 10am and 11:30am FREE (tickets required)- fun for the whole family but best suited for ages 3-11. Ticket link in bio!

Offerings for the fairies! Audience members of the magical fairy play had the opportunity to present a gift via a fairy ring during the shows 10 performances. This photo captures the breadth and beauty of these special offerings to the faiires from our community. Congratulations to the cast and crew on creating a captivating, funny, and magical theater experience for all! #randomactsofsilliness #bumblewoodthicket #fairyofferings

Free on Sunday at Tinworks! See 5 original crankies by Kate Weiss (pictured) Marla Goodman, Cindy Owings, Erin Corsi & Grace Washko - as well as a community created prarie- themed crankie AND see Invisible Prarie at Tinworks before it dissapears. Free but reservation required (see link in bio).

Buy a pass to Made Fair = support Random Acts of Silliness! The Bozeman Made Fair showcases 190 regional artists - art and craft lovers can shop their wares (early holiday gifts!) or just revel in the local talent. This event is at the Brick Breeden Field House October 6 & 7 Entry is free from 10-4 on Saturday.... but to beat the crowds you can purchase a VIP Pass ($10) or early bird pass ($5)- and get this, MADE Fair is donating those proceeds to us!!! We're excited to hang out with so many of our favorite Random Acts Artists at this event- and hope we see YOU there too!

The first Build Your Own Bumblewood Bonanza was amazing! Over 4 structures created by fairy architects of all ages..... Gallatin Valley fairies are the luckiest fairies. Thanks to all who shared their creativity, and to Grace Washko of Studio Wheelhouse for bringing the face-paint fun! #bumblewoodthicket #randomactsofsilliness

Join us at Country Bookshelf Saturday for a glimpse behind the scenes into how Bumblewood Thicket (and the book) are created! Meet some of the fairy architects, checkout some adorable fairy mail, and maybe take home your own bottle of Bumblewood Pixie Dust ✨🧚 Noon, Saturday September 23rd at Country Bookshelf!

The fairy mail... the fairy mail! Almost 2,800 letters to the fairies of Bumblewood - each one 💖. Here's a small sampling to fill your heart. Thanks to Meristem Services for assisting the faiires with the human- scale mailbox construction and Wandering Pine Woodburing for the beautiful sign. Enjoy. #randomactsofsilliness #bumblewoodthicket

✨MAGIC✨ Our sparkliest thanks to: The 18,000 + visitors who filled the forest with joy... The fairy architects- the makers of the magic... The friends of fairies who welcomed with a smile... Our partners at Gallatin Valley Land Trust & Bozeman Parks and Recreation Our sponsors Bozeman Health and heyday The team at RAS who make it happen. #bumblewoodthicket #randomactsofsilliness #fairyvillage #artinnature

Last but not least.... This thriving pumpkin patch is home to young newlyweds Horace and Dorace Hamborgus. They met at the Thicket Theatre after a performance of the musical My Fae Lady. They especially love skipping pebbles on puddles and picking posies to bring back home. Created by Mathew Danko Photos by Loneman Photography

Lightseed Wind Dancer's home: Lightseed Wind Dancer is a pollination specialist who helps the bees, butterflies, moths, and other pollinators by magically enhancing pollen production and boosting nectar flow. For Sale by Artist Created by Michelle Hall of Art by Wolves Photos: Loneman Photography

Last chance to see Bumblewood this year- Sunday 7am to 10pm Glen Lake Park. #bumblewoodthicket (pic: @kelsiturner)

Toadstool Tea House provides teas and tisanes of the finest quality and is a favorite spot for village residents to rest their wings and recharge their magic. Proprietor Mycelia Button travels the world, seeking out unique and mystical specialty brews, but she also offers a range of delightful drinks crafted from local ingredients, including mushrooms foraged by her sister Chanterelle and wild herbs gathered by Molly Marigold. Photos- Loneman Photography Created by fairy architect Amber Wilson For sale by artist!

This is the office of Dr. Willow Glimmerleaf PIxD (Doctor of Pixology), and author of many helpful books including 'Reclaim Your Dust', 'Coping with Non-Believers', and 'Flighty Feelings.' Created by real-life therapists Hilary Burt & Hillary Morin, whom are passionate about reducing the stigma around seeking mental health care (for humans and fairies alike). photos- Loneman Photography #bumblewoodthicket #mentalhealthawareness

This delightful domicile is the home of Gwydion and Shaleigh Webestre, purveyors of fine fiber products. Their children Alette, Fergus, and Riona all pitch in to help with the family business. From fleece to fabric, the Webestres take great satisfaction in supplying the village with yarn, cloth, and rugs of the finest quality. As founding members of the Bumblewood Weavers Guild, they also teach others how to sheer, card, dye, spin, weave, and knit wool and flax. The Weaver's Cottage was created by members of the Bozeman Weavers Guild. The Guild was organized in 1968 as a 501 c(3) organization and has approximately 50 members. Members are weavers, spinners, dyers, knitters, and doers of many other fiber crafts, and a few of them also raise sheep. Photos: Loneman Photography #miniatures #bumblewoodthicket

Final weekend to see 'The Magic of Bumblewood Thicket: A Fairy Play'! Saturday at 10am, Sunday at 10am & 11:30am. FREE but reservations suggested! See the link in bio to reserve your spot and for location information.

Sunday September 17th is the final day to visit Bumblewood Thicket before it dissapears into the mist for another year. 🌫️🧚 For a quieter experience we recommend a weekday or evening visit. Photo: Loneman Photography #bumblewoodthicket #bozemanfamily #bozemanevents #gallatinvalley

The Sentinel is a live/work compound for the engineers who care for Bumblewood, a collective of three families. They all live in mossy mushroom homes surrounding the Sentinel Fox, which houses their maintenance equipment and mouse stables. It’s a big job caring for Bumblewood Thicket, but the Sentinel's engineers and valiant mousy companions are dedicated to preserving and conserving the thicket's ecosystems for creatures and fairies alike. Created by the Blakeman and Maulding Families. Photo magic courtesy of Loneman Photography. #fairyvillage #montanartist #bumblewoodthicket

This vivid bungalow is the studio and home of the illustrious artist Vincent Van Grove. Vincent operates a paint factory next to his home where he blends all of his own pigments, including the special golden yellow used to paint his well known wild sunflower paintings. Created by Fairy Architect Maggie Clark Photos: Loneman Photography #bumblewoodthicket #fairyvillage #vincentvangogh #bedroomatarles

This luxurious estate is the residence of glamorous retired starlet Philomena Pixiedust and her more private partner Fern. Philomena made it big in the Golden Age of Fairywood, and you might recognize her from such classics as Fawn With the Wind, To Catch a Leaf, and Fleopatra. Brought to life by fairy architects: Sarah Creech, Ellie Newell, and Corey Sloan 🧚♥️ Photos: Loneman Photography #bumblewoodthicket #fairyglamour

It's the final weekend to see The Magic of Bumblewood Thicket: A Fairy Play. Reserve your spot now via the link in bio! Wednesday show is at capacity/ space remains for shows on Saturday and Sunday! Show photos: Loneman Photography

Thicket Theater, a venerable theatrical establishment with a flair for the tiny and dramatic, is run by siblings Lyra and Thistle. It serves as home base for the Bumblewood Thicket Players and the renowned Shakespeare in the Bark acting company. Thicket Theatre was brought to life by Kelsi, Jonathan, Nora, and August Tjernagel. Photos: Loneman Photography #bumblewoodthicket #fairyvillage

The Garden of Goodwyn from concept to completion 🌀🐚🧚 All handmade by miniature artist Michelle Varrin. Progress photos provided by the artist. Finished product photos from Loneman Photography. #bumblewoodthicket #fairyhouse

The 2023 Bumblewood book is here! The book is a beautiful keepsake describing village life and featuring the work of the amazing fairy architects and gorgeous photos by Loneman Photography.  Books are $25 with proceeds benefiting Random Acts of Silliness and next year's fairy village!

Books are available in the fairy village between the hours of 9am and 7pm.
 They are also for sale at the Country Bookshelf!  #bumblewoodthicket

This comfortable home belongs to Chanterelle Button. A master of all things mushroom, she spends much of her time out in the thicket, hunting and harvesting all types of mushrooms. Created by mother and daughter Anna and Quinnelle Patterson. #bumblewoodthicket #fairyhouse #fairyvillage photos: Loneman Photography

Are you inspired to build after visiting Bumblewood? Fairy architects of ALL AGES are invited to participate in the first ever Build Your Own Bonanaza! It's simple- Signup via our website (link in bio) Build the fairy house of your dreams at home. Bring it into Bumblewood to display for the final weekend! #bumblewoodthicket #randomactsofsilliness

Penelope’s Peripatetic Pavilion is a traveling hotel for fairies in need of temporary housing, a common occurrence in Bumblewood. When traveling to a new location, proprietor Penelope engages the services of a team of pack rabbits. They carefully hop the whole operation–including the multi-faceted terrarium skylight where Penelope grows her special greens–to the next location. *for sale by artist.DM for info. Created by Steve and Cedar Allison Bunnell with tools from the Montana Science Center STEAM lab (@montanasciencecenter Photos: Loneman Photography #randomactsofsillines #bumblewoodthicket

Wowzer! The fairy village has had 7,697 visitors in 10 days! If you want to support joyful, inter- generational public art like this- donate to the Pixie Dust Fund to keep the magic going! See the link in bio. A donation of $25 gets you a commemorative Bumblewood Thicket book. #bumblewoodthicket #randomactsofsillines #artforall

It's a beautiful day to visit Bumblewood! We highly reccomend a weekday visit to avoid the (human) crowds and for the highest likelihood of fairy encounter. Credit: Loneman Photography #bumblewoodthicket #artontrails

What would it look like if fairys attempted to recreate human- space travel? Jon McCracken and Catey Lockhart have a pretty good idea! Presenting FASA (Fairies Awaiting Space Adventures), complete with flower petal space suits, snacks, and a Mission Control 'key board'. Photos: Loneman Photography

Bumblewood Thicket is closed today (Monday Sept 4) due to rain- in the meantime enjoy the beautiful 'Forest of Dreams' fairy- wedding venue created by Richelle Wood. Photos: Loneman Photography #bumblewoodthicket

About that Pixie Dust.... We want to keep the Bumblewood Forest *sparkling* clean, so the pixie dust that is offered to visitors when they enter is biodegradable and made with plant cellulose! #bumblewoodthicket Photo: Loneman Photography

Bumblewood Thicket will be CLOSED Monday September 4th so the faires can dance unabashedly in the rain! Trails will be open as always but the fairy houses will not be visible! Photo: Loneman Photography

We'll be sipping mushroom tea with Peata Hornwort at Moss Manor this am- where will YOU be? The beautiful gnarled stump home of the fairy bryologist and lichenologist was brought to life by Kathleen McPherson Glynn. Photos from Loneman Photography #fairyvillage #fairyhouse #bumblewoodthicket #artinnature #artontrails

Even fairies are excited when the traveling circus comes to town! The Foxfig Circo Familia was created by the real life circus wranglers Naomi Schafer & Paúl Gomex of @406cirque #bumblewoodthicket #fairyvillage #fairycircus