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Collector’s Weekend
The main event for Collector's from around the world, Collector's Weekend is a chance for insider information, first-hand experiences, and access to some of the most coveted Chalkware collectibles. Join hundreds of like-minded collectors for a weekend of entertainment, shopping, dinners, and more!
Find out more »Nantucket Folk and Artisan Show
Sailor's Valentine Santa - New for 2016 Please note that this event will be returning to the tent at Barlett's Farm! The Nantucket Folk and Artisan Show is a juried show which brings together over 50 nationally and locally recognized artisans. The show features an unparalleled selection of pottery, jewelry, textiles, carvings, handcrafted furniture, folk art, and many one-of-a-kind masterworks created by today’s most celebrated artisans and craftspeople. The event begins Thursday evening with grand fanfare and continues through Sunday.…
Find out more »The Story Behind… The Nantucket Santa
Since 2008, the Nantucket Santa Series has been one of the most popular Chalkware Collections. Join us at our Sutton Retail Gallery for a behind the scenes presentation on the story behind the 2018 Nantucket Santa.
Find out more »Bedminster Traditional Artisan Show
The Bedminster Traditional Artisan Show will exceed your expectations! Prepare to be amazed at the level of quality in these creations by America’s very best traditional artisans. You are invited to see and meet the Traditional Artisans and their incredible handcrafted treasures, gathered together here in Doylestown PA at the Delaware Valley College Doylestown for this exclusive show. Come and see your favorite returning artists along with many more new ones. This preview show is the first in a line…
Find out more »Waterford Homes Tour & Crafts Exhibit
The Waterford Fair is the oldest juried crafts fair in Virginia and four-time winner Loudoun Convention & Visitors Association Best Event of the Year. In addition to historic homes open for tour, 155 juried heritage craftspeople (many nationally known) provide hands-on demonstrations, entertainers provide continuous traditional music and dance, Colonial and Civil War-era militia encamp and demonstrate, and there are children's activities throughout the weekend. For 2018, we'll be exhibiting at the "Old Schoolhouse on the hill" located at 40222 Fairfax…
Find out more »American Artisan Show at the Wilton Historical Society
Returning in November, the Wilton Historical Society is presenting the highlight of the season: American Artisan Show. Fifty highly-skilled artisans from across the country will be presenting their work and its influences that have been part of American fine handwork since the 18th century. Shaker-style furniture, pottery, baskets, candles, quilts, Windsor chairs, rugs, floor cloths, art, tavern signs, fine jewelry – and even beautifully turned peppermills will be available for purchase. The show is fittingly set in the Society’s charming 18th and 19th century buildings. Please…
Find out more »Christmas Opening with Starlight Santa
Kick off the Christmas season with the unveiling of the Annual Christmas Decoration Theme at Vaillancourt Folk Art in Sutton, MA. In addition to exploring the year's inspiring decorations, premier numbers of the annual Starlight Chalkware Santa will be made available.
Find out more »The Story Behind… The Starlight Santa
Learn about The Story Behind the 2018 Starlight Santa with a lecture by Gary and Judi Vaillancourt before the piece is released. Understand the history behind the important series and gain insight in some often overlooked details of the new piece.
Find out more »#DickensWeekend: A Christmas Carol with Gerald Charles Dickens
Get into the Christmas Spirit with Dickens, BY Dickens this Thanksgiving Weekend as Charles Dickens' great-great-grandson, Gerald takes the stage at Vaillancourt Folk Art's Blaxton Hall Theatre with a one-man performance of Dickens' most recognized works, including A Christmas Carol.
Find out more »A Vaillancourt Christmas Cruise – Christmas Markets Along The Rhine
During 2017 Collector's Weekend we were pleased to announce a second Christmas Cruise of Europe... many collectors from around the country joined Gary and Judi as they hosted their first Christmas Cruise in 2014. With such a great turnout Vaillancourt Folk Art is pleased to host a second cruise, this time journeying through Switzerland to The Netherlands stopping at the Christmas Markets along the Rhine. A week later, we're 90% sold out, please see the itinerary below and call Alden (508-721-2601)…
Find out more »Sutton Chain of Lights
Nothing says quintessential small town Christmas celebration like the Annual Sutton Chain of Lights. Hop on a free trolly on the first Saturday of December and see the sights of the town. During your visit to Vaillancourt Folk Art, enjoy Christmas Shopping and entertainment to get you into the Christmas spirit.
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