Heard Museum Guild Indian Fair and Market
Welcome to Arizona's Largest Indian Market!
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- More than 700 of the nation's finest American Indian artists
- Music and dance performances throughout both days
- Jewelry, textiles, sculpture, pottery, paintings, carvings and more
- Artist demonstrations
- Admission includes the museum's 10 exhibit galleries
- Convenient parking and front-door access via Metro Light Rail
Experience one of the Southwest's largest and most prestigious events: the Heard Museum Guild Indian Fair & Market.
This year's theme: "Weaving Worlds with Wool," a celebration of the weaver's art. The Indian Fair features more than 700 top American Indian artists. Visitors get firsthand access to artists and can view and purchase handmade, authentic work by the best jewelers, sculptors, painters, potters, weavers, bead workers, katsina doll carvers and basket makers. Fair weekend also includes music and dance performances, demonstrations and Native foods, as well as full access to the Heard Museum's 12 exhibit galleries. Indian Fair & Market is the museum's largest annual fundraiser. Admission includes the festival and museum admission.
One of Arizona's most significant cultural events, the Heard Museum Guild Indian Fair & Market is a world-acclaimed festival that draws nearly 20,000 visitors and more than 700 of the nation's most outstanding and successful American Indian artists. The 55th Annual Fair theme this year is "Weaving Worlds with Wool" and will be held March 2 & 3, 2013, from 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM at the Heard Museum in Phoenix. The Museum is located at 2301 N. Central Avenue (four blocks north of McDowell Road).
Artists
During the Indian Fair and Market, attendees gain unique insight into Native ways and art. The focus of the Fair has been and will always be our American Indian Artists. Jewelry, textiles, sculpture, pottery, paintings, carving, and many more items are available from certified, tribally affiliated American Indian Artists. In addition, all of our Artists and a representative sample of their work have been judged for entry into the Fair.
Every year we select and feature one particular Indian Artist. This years Signature Fair Artist is Florence Riggs (Navajo) a Pictorial Weaver. Click here for a sample of Florence's work!
Best of Show
A major Fair event is our annual Juried Competition. Submitted works are judged in Jewelry, Pottery, Textiles, Paintings, Wooden Carvings, Basketry, Sculpture, and Diverse Art Forms. The art is judged by respected Native Artists, Museum Curators, Academicians, and Studio Owners before the Fair. This year we will award $31,250 in prizes to Best of Show, Best of Classification, Division, 1st and 2nd, and several others.
- All awards are celebrated at our Best of Show Reception & Dinner on Friday evening March 1st, 5:30pm to 8 pm.
- Tickets to Best of Show are sold separately.
Cultural Performances and Entertainment
Wonderful cultural performances by tribal groups take place throughout both days in the Heard's Outdoor Amphitheater.
Attendees can also enjoy exciting musical performances courtesy of Canyon Records. Entertainers include the R. Carlos Nakai Trio and several established and emerging American Indian musicians.
Food & Beverages
A wide variety of foods are available at the Fair. Indian vendors and tribes offer Indian Fry Bread, Navajo Tacos, Assorted Stews, and Piki Bread. We also have: Roasted Corn; Kettle Corn; Mexican Food; BBQ Sandwiches and Riblets; Hamburgers, Chicken and Shrimp; Gyros and Greek Salads; Roasted Nuts and Jerky; Flavored Shaved Ice and Gelato; Soda and water are available from all our vendors and Beverage Only Booths.
Attendees can sit and enjoy their meal and drinks at our Second Stage, where they can hear live entertainment by Canyon Records recording artists. The Second Stage is located near the Food Court on the South side of the Fair Grounds.
Merchandise
Besides the work of our American Indian artists, there are several items available to commemorate your visit to the Fair. Most of the merchandise features works from our Signature Artis, Florence Riggs , This year we offer our traditional Posters and T-Shirts as well as other items.
Tickets
Tickets can be purchased starting January 2nd. Advanced tickets are available online, by mail, or by phone up to mid February. They can also be purchased at the Fair.
Planning Your Visit
Planning your visit to the Fair should be simple. If you come by vehicle, ample parking is available along Central Avenue close to the Heard Museum. Light Rail is another convenient way to attend the Fair. If you are coming from out of town, there are several Hotels associated with the Museum. Information about parking is updated often, so please check with our web site before finalizing plans for your visit.
Fair entrance is at Central Avenue and Encanto. Handicapped entrance is off Monte Vista on the south side of Museum grounds.
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