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Summer Festival of Arts and Antiques in Madison
August 27, 2022 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
The Madison Historical Society will host a Summer Festival of Arts and Antiques on Saturday, August 27 from 9 AM to 4 PM. This end-of-summer celebration of art, antiques, and family fun will feature vendors of fine antiques and collectibles from across the region, selling ceramics, furniture, glass, jewelry, kitchenware, linens, memorabilia, pottery, toys, vintage accessories, and more.
Additionally, an art exhibition and sale will be mounted by members of the Madison Art Society. This showcase of original works by local artists will feature a variety of media, including oils, watercolors, acrylics, pastels, drawings, and sculpture. Plein-air painting demonstrations will also be offered by select artists during the event.
Live demonstrations of such traditional crafts as bobbin lace weaving and spinning, doll making, bookbinding, pottery molding, and pottery decoration will also be featured. Crafters will sell their wares and offer instruction on these pre-industrial trades.
Hours: 9 am to 4 pm, rain or shine
Date: August 27, 2022
Admission Fee: $6 / Free Admission to MHS Members
$1 off admission with coupon
Sidewalk Cafe: Breakfast and lunch all day long
MHS Information Booth: books for sale; membership information
Pets on leashes are welcome; any damages to exhibitor displays/wares are the responsibility of the pet owner.
Location: Madison Green; parking is available around the green.
Directions: I-95 North or South to Exit 61. Travel south on CT State Route 79 (Durham Road) to US Route 1 (Boston Post Road). Take a right turn on US Route 1 and travel a short distance to the west, to the Madison Green, which is bounded by the Boston Post Road, Meetinghouse Lane, and Copse Road.
