2026 Spring Artisan Market
Thank you for your interest in vending at the Artisan Market at the Essex Art Center.
We are seeking artists, artisans, and craftspeople for an upcoming Artisan Market. The indoor Event will take place on April 11 & 12, 2026 from 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm at the Essex Art Center and Rapscallion Brewery in Lawrence MA. Artwork/crafts must be produced by the vendor; 3rd party goods for resale, kits, imported or consigned goods are not permitted. We provide 1 table per vendor and you are required to provide your own cover. You are encouraged to bring your own set up as long as it fits within an 8' x 5' space and does not interrupt foot traffic. Accepted artists and local businesses will be required to pay a $50 table fee to secure your spot.
Permitted items include:
Arts and crafts such as: fine arts, pottery, fiber art, jewelry, glass-work, candles, soaps, traditional crafts, etc.
Books or publications illustrated by the artist or written by the exhibitor (i.e. poetry, prose, short stories, local author anthologies, etc.)
Locally made non-perishable pre-packaged culinary items, Handmade clothing, costumes, and accessories
Important Dates:
Applications Due: March 14, 2026 (extended)
Vendors Notified: March 18, 2026, if not sooner
Table Fee Due: March 21, 2026
Please note: If vendors do not confirm by March 25, we reserve the right to rescind your acceptance into the market.
For additional questions please direct them to: [email protected]
We are seeking artists, artisans, and craftspeople for an upcoming Artisan Market. The indoor Event will take place on April 11 & 12, 2026 from 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm at the Essex Art Center and Rapscallion Brewery in Lawrence MA. Artwork/crafts must be produced by the vendor; 3rd party goods for resale, kits, imported or consigned goods are not permitted. We provide 1 table per vendor and you are required to provide your own cover. You are encouraged to bring your own set up as long as it fits within an 8' x 5' space and does not interrupt foot traffic. Accepted artists and local businesses will be required to pay a $50 table fee to secure your spot.
Permitted items include:
Arts and crafts such as: fine arts, pottery, fiber art, jewelry, glass-work, candles, soaps, traditional crafts, etc.
Books or publications illustrated by the artist or written by the exhibitor (i.e. poetry, prose, short stories, local author anthologies, etc.)
Locally made non-perishable pre-packaged culinary items, Handmade clothing, costumes, and accessories
Important Dates:
Applications Due: March 14, 2026 (extended)
Vendors Notified: March 18, 2026, if not sooner
Table Fee Due: March 21, 2026
Please note: If vendors do not confirm by March 25, we reserve the right to rescind your acceptance into the market.
For additional questions please direct them to: [email protected]