Call for New England Artisans for the Craft Festival at Fruitlands Museum

Festival Dates: Saturday & Sunday, September 20–21, 2025

The 13th Annual Fruitlands Craft Festival is seeking applications from New England craft artisans making original work. The Festival is a two-day outdoor show featuring the work of 56 juried artisans. Set on the picturesque grounds at Fruitlands Museum, the show’s quality of craft, museum offerings and stunning views have made the Festival a popular September destination.

Artisans interested in exhibiting should submit a completed application and 3-5 images of relevant work to hfriedrich@thetrustees.org. Please direct any questions to Harriet Friedrich, hfriedrich@thetrustees.org 978-456-3924 x8 or 978-241-7463.

The show consists of two (160’ x 40 ‘) festival event tents with each artisan (sharing booths with other vendors is NOT permitted) occupying a 10’x10’ booth space within the festival tents. Overnight security is provided by Fruitlands Museum. There is no Wi-Fi or electricity available. Exhibitors are responsible for bringing their own tables, chairs, table clothes, and other display materials. The cost for a regular one open side 10’x10’ booth is $300, and a corner two open sides 10’x10’ booth is $400.