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The INDIEana Handicraft Exchange and Talbot Street Art Fair
Two great art fairs are happening this weekend in Indianapolis, both downtown and in close proximity to each other.
The INDIEana Handicraft Exchange is “a contemporary craft fair that consciously celebrates modern handmade goods, the relationship between creator and consumer, and local, alternative economies”. While some pieces are just for looking, most objects have utility and serve a function in addition to being a piece of art. The Handicraft Exchange prides itself in offering products that cater to a variety of styles and tastes- everything from loveable toddler outfits to sophisticated glass vases to risqué greeting cards. The one thing they all have in common? Everything is handmade. And better yet- most of it comes from crafters and artisans from right here in Indianapolis. More than 100 of them, to be exact.
Come early! The first 50 patrons to visit the Yelp table outside The Harrison Center will receive a swag bag filled with IHE merchandise, treats from vendors, and exclusive discount deals from specific booths available only on the day of the event.
What festival would be complete without live music? Inside of the Harrison Center, the following bands will perform: Phoebe Davis & Geoff Davis, Shirtless Biddles, Wolfgang, Shelby County Sinners, and The Jack Davies. See The INDIEana Handicraft Exchange website for set times.
Outside, the 10th Annual Independent Music + Art Festival will run from noon to 8 p.m. and showcase the following bands: Hotfox, It’s All Happening, Liz Janes, Slothpop, T.J. Reynolds, Lord of the Yum Yum, Red Birds, Rob Dixon and Triology, Wolfy, Jascha, The New Empires, and Company of Thieves.
The Details
When: Saturday, June 11, 12:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Where: 1505 North Delaware Street 46202 (map)
Cost: free!
Image source: INDIEana Handicraft Exchange
Within walking distance to the slight north and west (a.k.a. the historic Herron-Morton Neighborhood), another high-quality art show will be hustling and bustling. The 56th annual Talbot Street Art Fair will feature more than 270 artists from across the country.
I recommend supporting the local folks at The INDIEana Handicraft Exchange first. Then, if you have time (and money!) mosey over to Talbot Street and get a taste of art from other regions of our country.
Bonus: The Talbot Street Art Fair is open Saturday and Sunday!
The Details
When: Saturday June 11th (10 a.m. – 6 p.m.) and Sunday June 12th (10 a.m. – 5 p.m.)
Where: between 16th & 20th / Delaware & Pennsylvania (map)
Cost: free!
Image source: Talbot Street Art Fair
Danielle Look is a music correspondent for NUVO Newsweekly and IndyMojo.com, a marketing student at The Kelley School of Business, and a general supporter of the local art and music scene in Indianapolis.
