Tiny Taylor Swift tribute, big impact for Noyes Home

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) -- Karyn Morrow, owner of Clean Alchemy, has created a detailed miniature replica of the “Folklore Cabin” featured in Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour.

The replica is currently displayed in her shop window at 1201 Frederick Ave. 

It will be raffled off to benefit the Noyes Home for Children. The raffle will be held during Noyes Home’s annual “Take a Seat” fundraiser gala, set for Sept. 13, 2025, at the Fulkerson Center on Missouri Western’s campus. The event is the organization’s largest of the year, and proceeds will support children and families in need.

Owner of Clean Alchemy, Karyn Morrow, said that this was an important opportunity for her to give back to her community.

"I think there are people out there who still don't know about the Noyes Home", said Morrow, "and it's such a special organization geared toward children. I just hope that it brings in some money. That was the whole point of doing this. Love of music, love of community. It goes hand in hand with loving Taylor and her music."

Bidding will begin on Wednesday, Sept. 10. Anyone can bid on this item, whether they plan to attend the gala in person or not.

Taylor Swift fans from around the world can place their bids in hopes of winning this one-of-a-kind miniature cabin from the Folklore album. 

Chelsea Howlett, Executive Director at the Noyes Home said, “It’s an opportunity for people to come out and show their support in a community sense. Each week on Thursdays we put out what our greatest item is that we need. In the home and I’m always humbled when people call to help support.”

At the Gala around 7:45pm, the top bidder will be announced. The winner will also receive an autographed Folklore CD framed with a photograph of Swift. If they are not in attendance at the gala, pick up will be Sunday the 14th at the Fulkerson Center.

To purchase tickets to the gala, visit the Noyes Home’s OneCause Auction website. These must be purchased before Wednesday, Aug. 27.

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