More than 200 of the best craft artists from around the country will gather in Nashville’s Centennial Park Sept. 26-28, for the 36thAnnual Fall Tennessee Craft Fair (formerly the TACA Craft Fair).
This Nashville tradition brings together artists and shoppers Friday and Saturday, from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m., and Sunday, from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m.
Visitors will find one-of-a-kind traditional and contemporary pieces handcrafted from clay, wood, glass, metal and more, while also enjoying the experience of interacting with the makers.
“Our fair is unique because all of the artists are onsite the entire weekend,” Teri Alea, executive director of Tennessee Craft, said. “Artists share their work, stories and processes with shoppers, creating a special and memorable experience for everyone.”
Fair-goers will be able to explore the work of up-and-coming artists in the Emerging Makers Tent. Populated by members of Tennessee Craft, this area showcases some of the best and brightest rising makers from Tennessee.
Families will enjoy the activities found in the Kids’ Tent. Thanks to community support, volunteers from the Frist, Cheekwood, Nashville Ballet, Ms. Biz Youth Entrepreneurs, the Nashville Public Library and the Tennessee State Museum will be onsite providing craft activities to help ignite creativity among children and inspire our next generation of craft artists. Additionally, curious fair-goers can visit our Demonstration Tent for insight into how craft is made. Visitors will be able to view demonstrations in wood, clay and fiber.
The Metropolitan Airport Authority will generously provide a free shuttle service for visitors. Shuttles will run in 15-minute loops from the HCA Parking Lots located on Park Plaza to the Tennessee Craft Fair on Saturday, from 9 a.m. until 6:30 p.m., and Sunday, from 9 a.m. until 5:30 p.m. All guests are encouraged to use this service.
As always, this dog-friendly event is free and open to the public. For more information, visit www.tennesseecraft.org.