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New artists, alternative
work, and a Green Craft component will be on display at The American Craft
Council Show in San Francisco at Fort Mason Center, August 14-16, 2009. Celebrating
its 34th year in the Bay Area, this much-anticipated event delivers the nation's
leading 250 artists and their latest designer jewelry, furniture, clothing,
home decor and more to the public. Guests can indulge in wine tastings from
top vineyards and be part of entertaining and informative demonstrations throughout
the weekend.
Special Friday Night Event: Join the American Craft Council
and director/author Faythe Levine for a special screening of her film "Handmade
Nation," documenting the rise of the handmade craft movement throughout
the U.S. 8:30pm in The Golden Gate Room at Fort Mason. Faythe will be on hand
for an introduction and post-film Q & A session. Admission: $12, OR $5
with proof of show admission (hand stamp). Doors open at 8:00pm; space is
limited and available on a first come, first serve basis. www.handmadenationmovie.com
Green Craft - Artists using found, recycled, eco-friendly
materials and techniques will be highlighted. Shop for style and the environment!
AltCraft - This section features rising indie craft artists whose work
illustrates the innovative techniques and materials of the burgeoning new
handmade movement. The work of 16 artists, selected through a special jury
process, will be presented in a unique loft space in the Fort Mason pier.
SAVE by purchasing tickets in advance: $2 off advance ticket
purchase online. Click here
to save!
Fort Mason Center
Herbst and Festival Pavilions
Located between Fisherman's Wharf and the Golden Gate Bridge on San Francisco
Bay; entrance is at the intersection of Marina Boulevard and Buchanan Street.
Paid valet parking is available or visitors may park offsite in the adjacent
Marina Green and take the complimentary shuttle service to Fort Mason. Click
here for directions
and parking information.
Friday, August 14 (10am - 8pm) ** New, extended hours!**
Saturday, August 15 (10am - 6 pm)
Sunday, August 16 (10 am - 5 pm)
$12 per person
$18 two-day pass
SPECIAL FRIDAY EVENING ADMISSION: $5 after 5pm (not to be combined with other
offers)
Children 12 and under free
American Craft Council members FREE.
Introductory membership $25 at the show. JOIN
NOW.
Buy
Tickets Online and save! $10 per person; $16 two-day pass
Call: 800-836-3470
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