Annual Artisan Fair and Vintage Market expands

Posted 9/12/23

Organized by the Westport Historical Society, the fair showcases craftspeople with skills practiced in the 18th and 19th century, including blacksmithing, rug braiding, pottery, woodworking and …

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Annual Artisan Fair and Vintage Market expands

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Organized by the Westport Historical Society, the fair showcases craftspeople with skills practiced in the 18th and 19th century, including blacksmithing, rug braiding, pottery, woodworking and scrimshaw. Pictured is Sugar Broughton. This year’s fair also has an expanded vintage and antiques market. Meet authors of local history books, enjoy jonnycakes and traditional music, and chat with Ruth and Abby, The 1850s Ladies. Crafts for kids and a new Collectors Corner.

WHAT: Handy House Artisan Fair and Vintage Market

WHEN: Saturday, Sept. 16, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.; raindate Sept. 17

WHERE: Handy House, 202 Hix Bridge Road, Westport

COST: Admission is free

MORE INFO: 508/636 6011; www.wpthistory.org

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