{"id":5715,"date":"2017-07-13T19:08:13","date_gmt":"2017-07-13T23:08:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cabinsofthesmokymountains.com\/blog\/?p=5715"},"modified":"2020-06-30T20:17:43","modified_gmt":"2020-07-01T00:17:43","slug":"2017-summer-craftsmens-fair","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cabinsofthesmokymountains.com\/blog\/gatlinburg\/2017-summer-craftsmens-fair\/","title":{"rendered":"The 2017 Summer Gatlinburg Craftsmen’s Fair"},"content":{"rendered":"

In the Great Smoky Mountains region, handcrafted items made by talented locals forms a living part of the area’s history. One great way to experience the creative culture first-hand is to visit Gatlinburg during the 42nd Annual Summer Craftsmen’s Fair, held July 14-23, 2017, in the Gatlinburg Convention Center.<\/p>\n

The Gatlinburg Convention Center offers 150,000 square feet to hold this year’s Fair, with an estimated 200 booths filled with a vast variety of hand-crafted items, for sale or just to admire. Pick a day that fits your schedule from Monday-Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is $7 for adults and free for children ages 12 and under.<\/p>\n

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Images courtesy of the Gatlinburg Craftsmen’s Fair<\/p><\/div>\n

Exhibits<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"\"There is something extra-special about hand-crafted items that sets them apart from the pack. The vision of the artist, their attention to detail, and the time spent designing an original piece to perfection sets a high level of quality.<\/p>\n

At this year’s fair, as with those of the past, the exhibitors bring a long list of artistry and wares for you to peruse. Whether you’re picking up a souvenir for yourself or doing early Christmas shopping, there’s something of interest for all ages. This short sampling of exhibitors will give you an idea of what’s waiting for you at the fair.<\/p>\n