If your weekend plans are still a bit unsettled, you may wish to consider joining us on the beautiful Dutchess County Fairgrounds for Crafts at Rhinebeck. For 35 years, this “Juried” show has attracted hundreds of artists from all over the country.
Before I got involved with the DC Fairgrounds, I didn’t even know what “juried” meant. It means you must make everything you display and sell by hand. Your one of a kind handmade items must be of sufficient quality, uniqueness and distinction to be voted into the show by a jury of fellow artists. While the jury system may exclude some, it welcomes in all the best artists who tour and sell their art at shows like Crafts at Rhinebeck. You can come here and purchase museum quality art for a lot of money. To me, it would be priceless art. But, I assure you that you can also come here and find some very beautiful items, great gifts for family and friends AT VERY AFFORDABLE PRICES. I have family and friends that visit this show almost every year and they go home with bags of unique gifts. And none of us are wealthy people! The show runs Friday night (June 17th) from 6 to 8 pm, Saturday, (June 18th) from 10 to 6 and Sunday, (June 19th) from 10 to 5.
Admission is just $7.00, children under 12 are free and there are special activities for the children. Parking is also free. If you attend Friday night, you will be treated to a wine and cheese reception and your $7.00 ticket will be good for a return visit on Saturday or Sunday. Sunday is Fathers Day and there will be a free glass of wine or beer for dad with a coupon from our Crafts at Rhinebeck print ads or by visiting our website, craftsatrhinebeck.com. Hope to see you here!
