hand-made, ARTIST-DESIGNED OR ECO-FRIENDLY
Artisan Market Shop
Our Artisan Market Shop, features unique and inspired handmade, artist-designed or eco-friendly finds at reasonable prices. Hundreds of creative finds, from over 50 artisans and makers – come and explore what’s new in the shop!
What our customers say…
“My favourite place to shop for Christmas gifts! I always find something special”
“I love coming in to see what’s new and soak in all this creativity!”
“If I want a heart-felt gift for someone, I come here!”
FUN FACT: The Artisan Shop is located in the former Grade 1 classroom of the original stone schoolhouse. It boasts the original schoolhouse lighting, large windows and wood floors of the original structure. There is even a remnant of a hopscotch outline on the floor!
WE ShowcasE and supportING LOCAL ARTISANS
Handmade, Local, Eco-Friendly
We are committed to showcasing and supporting our artists and makers! Our curated artisan shop at the Arts Centre features up to 50 artists and makers at any given time, showcasing their unique, handmade or eco-friendly items – including pottery, self-care products, jewelry, bags, art cards and souvenirs. The artisan shop also features hand crafted home decor and an assortment of “Elora” things we love at affordable prices. You will also find original art and prints by local artists.
We are constantly introducing new artisans and makers and changing up the inventory, so stop by and see what is new, fresh and handmade!
Interested in being part of our Artisan Shop?
Artisan Shop Vendor Application
We are committed to showcasing and supporting artists and makers! Our handmade artisan market shop features up to 50 artists and makers at any given time, showcasing their unique, handmade or artist-designed items – including pottery, self-care products, jewelry, bags, art cards and souvenirs, hand crafted home decor, original art and prints, consumables (food items), gifts, wearables and more!
The Elora Centre for the Arts is a not-for-profit charitable organization that promotes and uplifts the work of artists. One of the ways we do that, is by selecting and featuring makers in our artisan shop.
The Elora Centre for the Arts welcomes submissions for our Artisan Shop from artists and makers!
To submit your work for consideration, please include the following information:
- A brief description of your work and credentials
- Photos of the items you would like to be considered
- Suggested retail pricing for your items
- Links to your Instagram and/or Facebook pages
- Please include your contact information (name, where you live, phone number, email)
Please send all of the above information in ONE email package to gallery@ecfta.ca
