2025 Show Raffle
You know that incredible feeling you get when you win a fabulous prize and support your public garden? It’s just one raffle ticket away!
Starting September 1, 2025, purchase a raffle ticket for a chance to win one of sixteen prizes!
Tickets are $25 each or 5 for $100 and may be purchased in several ways:
- Online in advance of the show (by state law, debit cards may be used to purchase raffle tickets, but credit card use is prohibited).
- From committee members in advance of the show (Email m.sibley@omahabotanicalgardens.org for more information).
- By calling Tim Gorham at (402) 346-4002, ext. 267 (through September 25, 2025).
- At the hospitality booth during the Lauritzen Gardens Antiques & Design Show through Sunday at 10 a.m.
Online sales close Thursday, September 25 at midnight.
Winning names will be drawn Friday, September 26 through Sunday, September 28, 2025. Patrons need not be present to win.
The 2025 raffle is generously sponsored by 
Exquisite French Brooch from Gunderson’s Jewelers
Valued at $9,800 – Drawing on Friday, September 26
Circa 1870, this 18-karat gold masterpiece gracefully bridges the Gothic Revival and Art Nouveau eras. At its heart, a meticulously carved hardstone cameo depicts Demeter, the revered Greek goddess of the harvest, agriculture, and sacred law. A true showstopper, this brooch is a timeless treasure symbolizing both the beauty of fine craftsmanship and the generosity that nurtures Lauritzen Gardens.
Courtesy of Gunderson’s Jewelers
Desmalter Pouch
Valued at $1,200 – Drawing on Saturday, September 27
Crafted with impeccable French savoir-faire and the finest materials, each Desmalter piece is a timeless work of art. Handpainted and handcrafted, their luxurious accessories are a true testament to elegance and authenticity. This white pouch features pink and green accents, noting the year 2025 in roman numerals.
Courtesy of Mimi Post
Vintage Necklace from Amber Gard Jewelry
Valued at $1,115 – Drawing on Sunday, September 28
This necklace showcases a curated trio of vintage and antique charms: a 9ct gold swan, a Victorian-era fleur-de-lis, and a stunning Edwardian 10k gold pink shell cameo pendant adorned with delicate seed pearls.
Courtesy of Amber Gard Jewelry
Shop the Show
Valued at $1,000 – Drawing on Saturday, September 27
Win a gift certificate for $1,000 to redeem at any of our featured antiques exhibitors. Find an unexpected treasure, something to complete a collection, the perfect piece of furniture for your space, or just a bit of whimsy to take home from the 2025 Lauritzen Gardens Antiques & Design Show.
Private Wine Tasting and Chef’s Table Experience with Heirloom Fine Foods
Valued at $800 – Drawing on Sunday, September 28
Join us for a special, one-of-a-kind experience with Heirloom Fine Foods’ Executive Chef, Shelley Elson-Roza. Sit at their bar and relax while learning about French food and wine pairings. Enjoy a Chef’s Table experience with a custom-designed wine tasting – with three French wines from their market, each paired with a dish that pairs perfectly with the selected wines. Then shop the market with a $200 gift card. For up to 6 participants. Held at Heirloom Fine Foods’ Market at the Ashton Building in Millwork Commons.
Courtesy of Heirloom Fine Foods
Luxury Home Organization Package from NEAT Method
Valued at $750 – Drawing on Saturday, September 27
This package includes a complimentary consultation with owner Allison Helligso, 3 hours of organization with 2 professional organizers, and $225 in NEAT Method products. NEAT Method specializes in home organization, unpacking and organizing after moves or renovations, and decluttering for all areas in the home or office, from small spaces to entire homes. From closets to kitchens, playrooms, garages and storage rooms, NEAT Method Omaha makes your space functional and beautiful for the life you live!
Courtesy of Allison Helligso and NEAT Method
Framed Hermes Scarf
Valued at $700 – Drawing on Friday, September 26
Courtesy of Kyle Robino
Blowout of the Month Package from BUNGALOW/8
Valued at $600 – Drawing on Sunday, September 28
Receive one luxurious blowout every month for 12 months at BUNGALOW/8, the ultimate destination for effortless glam and runway-ready hair. Whether you’re prepping for a big event or just treating yourself to a little self-care, their expert stylists will keep your look fresh, flawless, and full of volume. Because great hair days should happen all year long!
Courtesy of BUNGALOW/8 Hairdressing
Czech Christmas Tree
Valued at $595 – Drawing on Friday, September 26
This special sparkly Czech Christmas tree showcases the elaborate designs Czechs are famous for. Between the mid-1920s and the 1950s, the jewels made in Czechoslovakia were heavily soldered with copper and pot metal, which is a mixture of semi-precious metals. That is what you see on the back of these super sparkly tree, sure to add a special shine to your holiday season.
Courtesy of The French Tangerine
2025 Speaker Book Bouquet
Valued at $400 – Drawing on Saturday, September 27
Continue to be inspired by this year’s speakers, long after the show concludes. This package includes copies of “Star Style: Interiors by Martyn Lawrence Bullard” (2023) by Martyn Lawrence Bullard, “A Life in Design: Celebrating 30 Years of Interiors” (2023) by Kathryn M. Ireland, “David Netto” (2023) by David Netto, and “Home at Last: Enduring Design for the New American House” (2024) by Gil Schafer.
Garden Gazebo Needlepoint Box
Valued at $325 – Drawing on Saturday, September 27
A beautifully crafted treasure, this decorative box features an intricate needlepoint design of a garden gazebo, meticulously stitched by Sharon McGill.
Courtesy of Sharon McGill
Dior Plate
Valued at $225 – Drawing on Friday, September 26
Courtesy of Kyle Robino
Susannah Carson Lover’s Eye Antique Painted Plate
Valued at $200 – Drawing on Sunday, September 28
Courtesy of Kyle Robino
Swan Needlepoint Pillow
Valued at $200 – Drawing on Friday, September 26
Elegant and eye-catching, this hand-stitched needlepoint pillow by Sharon McGill features a graceful black and white swan set against a background in pink. Measuring approximately 14.5″ x 14.5″, it’s a charming accent piece that blends craftsmanship with personality.
Courtesy of Sharon McGill
Hermes Pocket Square
Valued at $200 – Drawing on Sunday, September 28
A timeless touch of whimsy from Hermès: this elegant pocket square features the beloved dachshund motif, originally introduced decades ago and revived in 2020. This edition celebrates the enduring charm of a classic design. A collector’s gem and a stylish statement, perfect for adding a dash of Parisian flair to any look.
Courtesy of Kyle Robino
French Flair in a Frame
Valued at $150 – Drawing on Sunday, September 28
A charming gouache rendering of a French antique chair — a one-of-a-kind Paris flea market find. Perfectly captures timeless elegance with artistic flair.
Courtesy of Sharon McGill
