Applications Being Accepted for 38th Herkimer County Arts & Crafts Fair

Vendor applications are available for 38th Herkimer County Arts & Crafts Fair, November 8-9, 2014, at Herkimer College. Booth spaces are $155 for both days. Applications are available at www.herkimer.edu/ac or by calling the Herkimer County College Foundation at 315-866-0300, ext. 8459.

This long-established fine arts and crafts fair, presented by the Herkimer County College Foundation, is one of the largest and well respected in New York State. The juried show features top artisans showcasing their works including pottery, gourmet foods, wood working, textiles, weaving, oil painting, dolls, soaps, jewelry and more. Pride of New York producers and select New York State wineries will also be showcasing their products during this two-day event. Sunshine Artist, America’s Premier Art and Craft Show Magazine, for the third year, has identified the show as an “…event proven to be successful for thousands of artists over the years.” This national publication also lists the Herkimer County Arts and Crafts Fair as one of many “out of the way gems.” All proceeds benefit student scholarships at Herkimer College. The sponsor for this year’s event is Excellus BlueCross BlueShield.

The fair will be held Saturday, November 8 from 10am–5pm and Sunday, November 9 from 10am-4pm. Admission is $4. The campus is handicapped accessible, with plenty of free parking available directly adjacent to the show. There is easy access off NYS Thruway exit 30. Cafeteria services are available during the fair.