Cartoon Creations Come to Life!

Morris Arboretum & Garden’s Scarecrow Design Contest is back for the 18^th year!

From Saturday morning classics to modern animated icons, this Halloween we’re celebrating the colorful, quirky, and beloved world of cartoons! Think big eyes, wild expressions, and unforgettable personalities—heroes, sidekicks, villains, and everything in between. Whether you’re channeling the charm of vintage animation or the bold style of today’s hits, we want to see scarecrows that bring your favorite cartoon characters to life.

Scarecrows will be on display throughout the Morris from October 1 through November 2.

 Visitors will vote for their favorite scarecrow on-site October 1-20 to determine the winners.  The top three scarecrows win a cash prize - top prize is $300, second place wins $200, third place wins $100.

Sign up today.  Registration deadline is Friday, September 26th.

PICK UP DATES FOR SUPPLIES
September 13 through September 27.
Pick up your scarecrow frame, straw, burlap and twine at the Morris front gate during public hours.

SCARECROW DROP OFF DATE AT MORRIS
Sunday, September 28, 11AM-2PM
Drop off your completed scarecrow at the Bloomfield Farm, the entrance to which is directly across from the entrance to the Morris.