27th Adirondack Arts and Crafts Fair October 17, 2008

The 27th Annual Adirondack Art and Craft Festival runs from October 17th through the 19th, featuring the handmade creations of 150 artists and artisans. The show is widely known as a festive marketplace, the ambiance fueled by diverse and delicious food fare, live entertainment, and an amazing array of kids’ activities.

This year’s event offers a wide range of works: original one of a kind paintings range from $7,000 to a few hundred. Handmade coffee mugs are eight dollars. Finely sewn leather bags, timeless woven fashions, metal sculpture, jewelry, blown glass, stained glass, furniture, rugs, Folk Art, and photography offer countless objects, from one of a kind to limited production. Prices run the gamut; however, whatever the price, there is the constant: value.

Back in the old days, artists and craftsmen and women were an integral part of the community and local economy. The sixties regenerated a passion for handcrafted goods and the American Studio Artist movement has prospered ever since. Today, in spite of globalization, there is a fervent passion for local goods, especially food and specialty products. At countless farmers markets, not only are baby carrots on sale but also blown Art Glass. The Adirondack Art and Craft Festival attracts throngs of customers who enjoy “buying local.” The Washington County Fair and Craftproducers welcome you to the show!

Official Website: http://www.craftproducers.com