It was founded by resident sculptor Ann Weaver Norton in 1977 as a non-profit charity dedicated to the preservation of her garden's sculptures (1905-1982). In a sprawling urban oasis of more than two acres, Norton's ancient house with exhibition halls, her studio, colossal sculptures, and tropical gardens filled with rare palms and cycads is housed. Special events may be held in the Gardens, which is a wonderful setting. It is an urban refuge with an oasis of tropical flora and exotic palms, interrupted with nine awe-inspiring sculpture. The Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens are a unique open-air location for special gatherings, and it is located in the heart of the city. Their locations include The Main Lawn, which, with its dramatic sculpture, serves as the ideal background for any gathering, and The Harmony Garden, which is a more isolated spot carved out of the Gardens' original landscape and furnished with natural seats.