The 19th Annual Stockbridge Summer Arts & Crafts Show
Berkshire Botanical Gardens, Routes 102 & 183, Stockbridge, MA
Saturday and Sunday, August 21& 22, 2010
Stockbridge Summer Arts & Crafts Show celebrated its 18th year in the town Norman Rockwell called "the Best of New England" on August 15 & 16, 2009. More than 80 jury-selected artists and crafters will display their work ranging from paintings to ceramics, firberware to glass blowing. This annual event is organized by the Stockbridge Chamber of Commerce.
Among the returning artisans will be James Logan of Housatonic, MA offering contemporary American Folk Art. His work reflects his love and appreciation for the beauty and charm of life in New England. JD’s originals and signed prints are collected by folk art enthusiasts around the world. William Morrison of Littleton, MA will exhibit shaker and contemporary woodenware and custom furniture. His original designs and museum-quality reproductions include glider tables, scroll candlesticks, Chippendale side chairs and weight-driven wall clocks to name a few. Other exhibitors will include Emily Hirsch of Allston, MA showcasing her high fashioned handmade jewelry &Mark Bentz of Wethersfield, CT exhibiting handmade pottery each skillfully painted in various design.
Hours are Saturday from 10am to 5pm and Sunday from 10am to 4pm. Admission to the Arts & Crafts Show is $5.00 per car. Light refreshments will be offered during show hours at the Chamber Café sponsored by The Red Lion Inn. Arts & Crafts Show patrons who wish to stroll the grounds of the Botanical Garden will receive a discount off regular admission.
Founded in 1934, the Berkshire Botanical Garden is one of the country's oldest horticultural centers. The 15 acres feature intimate landscaped gardens, intricately designed and historic herb gardens, vibrant annual and perennial beds, colorful demonstration vegetable gardens, a pond garden, rose garden, children's garden and woodland trail. The Garden is located on the corner of Routes 183 & 102 in Stockbridge, Massachusetts, and is within 2 1/2 hours of Boston or New York City by car.
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