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The annual New York Times Travel Show
2009 Annual
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avid travelers (the majority
of Sales
whom
Early Ticket
are in the upper income brackets) to
explore premiere destinations, products,
and services. In 2009, it attracted over
20,000 visitors, including 8,000 trade
professionals, making it the largest trade
event for travel in the US. The League of
NH Craftsmen participated in the 2009
show in a joint 10” by 20” exhibit booth
with the New Hampshire Division of
Travel and Tourism. The booth promoted
various attractions of New Hampshire,
including the Annual Craftsmen’s Fair.
A highlight of the booth is the display
of fine craft by juried League members,
which always draws visitors to the exhibit.
Come to the 76th Annual League of NH
Craftsmen’s Fair August 1-9 and make
this a summer you will never forget!
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Come celebrate the spirit
and
League of NH Craftsmen’s Fair!
Dates/Hours:
Saturday, August 1 – Sunday, August 9
10:00 am to 5:00 pm (rain or shine)
Admission:
$10 for adults; $8 for seniors, students, active duty military (with ID),
and groups of 20 or more. Free for children 12 and under.
Ticket includes admission to all exhibitions and demonstrations, as well
as a second-day free return to the Fair.
Discount tickets are available from the New London Chamber of
Commerce − $1 off until July 31.
Early Ticket Sales:
Avoid the long lines at the Fair gates and purchase your tickets in advance.
Visit the League’s website, nhcrafts.org, and receive a $2 discount.
Parking: Free
Childcare: Available on site at $2 an hour.
No pets please. Mobility carts available.
Craftsmen’s Fair
Mount Sunapee Resort
Route 103, Newbury, NH
603-224-3375
nhcrafts.org
Contact: Terri Wiltse at 603-224-3375 or [email protected]
of the maker at the 2009 Annual
The Annual League of NH Craftsmen’s Fair is a nine-day celebration
of the spirit of the maker, showcasing the fine handcraft and creativity
of more than 350 craftspeople. These master craftspeople, all juried
members of the League, have met the League’s standards for self
expression, vision, and quality craftsmanship. They have earned the
League’s signature of excellence.
August 1-9, 2009,
Mount Sunapee Resort, Newbury, NH
So if you enjoy fine handcraft, you don’t want to miss the Annual
League of NH Craftsmen’s Fair. This is a unique opportunity to enter
the fascinating world of fine craftmaking
– speak with skilled craftspeople, learn
about their techniques, and purchase
from them. The Fair is held at the scenic
Mount Sunapee Resort in the beautiful
Dartmouth/Lake Sunapee region of
New Hampshire, which offers a variety
of attractions and fine dining and
lodging for visitors.
Fun, educational, and entertaining
activities for all ages
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205 North Main Street Concord NH, 03301
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Here’s what you can do and see at the Annual Craftsmen’s Fair:
• Shop at more than 200 craft booths featuring contemporary and traditional
handcrafted jewelry, wood accessories, decorative glass, pottery, fiber arts,
metalwork, furniture, prints, and more.
Plan Your Summer Vacation in New
Hampshire’s Lake Sunapee Region
• See and participate in daily demonstrations and workshops for all ages including
blacksmithing, glass blowing, pottery making, woodcarving, furniture building,
and more.
With crystal clear lakes, beautiful
mountains, and an abundance of
year-round outdoor activities, New
Hampshire’s Lake Sunapee Region has
what you are looking for in a vacation
destination. Charming local shops, many
lodging and dining choices, interactive
museums, historic sites, regional theater,
music and exciting annual events make
this region a must-see. The Lake Sunapee
Region Chamber of Commerce, which
represents 14 unique communities on the
west central side of New Hampshire, has
information to help you plan your visit.
• Find inspiration from three fine craft exhibitions that showcase the practical and
decorative use of handcrafted items (most items are available for purchase).
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Living With Craft features tastefully decorated room settings furnished
entirely with handmade furniture and room accessories.
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CraftWear features “art-to-wear” clothing, jewelry, and accessories.
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The outdoor Sculpture Garden includes pieces such as bird feeders, outdoor
furnishings, and both large and small landscape sculpture.
• Learn about the techniques and artistry that go into making fine craft and how to
collect and care for fine craft through seminars and daily tours of the Fair.
• Enjoy a variety of daily performances by some of New England’s finest musicians,
storytellers and theater groups.
• Check the League’s website, nhcrafts.org, for updates about the Fair and to
purchase advance tickets. See pg. 4 for ticket information.
2009 Booth
Rob Bryant
Lake Sunapee Region Chamber of Commerce
P.O. Box 532, New London, NH 03257
877-526-6575, [email protected]
sunapeevacations.com
2009 Flyer
Benefits of Participation
Participants in this trade show benefit from the:
Interactions with representatives from large travel industry
organizations, such as American Express, as well as smaller
regional travel agents and tour operators.
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Interactions with people who are interested in fine crafts,
the League and the Annual Craftsmen’s Fair, and touring
New Hampshire.
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Distribution of marketing materials, including brochures
and handouts by League craftspeople and NH businesses,
tourist attractions, and lodging and dining establishments.
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We will be producing a four-color flyer (see above) listing
all New York Times Travel Show participants that will be
distributed, along with each participant’s promotional materials.
This is a great marketing opportunity. For a fee of $60,
the League will:
Include a color photo of your business with a 50-word
description and contact/website information in the
New York Times Travel Show handout.
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Distribute up to 250 copies of your brochures
or marketing materials. Please deliver or mail to League
Headquarters, 205 North Main St., Concord, NH 03301,
by February 22, 2010.
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For craftsmen, exhibit a sample of your craft. Please deliver or
mail to League Headquarters, 205 North Main St., Concord,
NH 03301, by February 22, 2010 (must be easily transportable).
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* The deadline for participation is January 15, 2010
If you are interested in taking advantage of this event, please complete the form below and send it along with your payment to Terri Wiltse
at the League of NH Craftsmen, 205 North Main St., Concord, NH 03301, or contact Terri at [email protected] or at (603) 224-3375.
Please also e-mail a 300 dpi jpg (minimum size 5”x7”) representing your product or service, your contact information, and your 50-word
description to [email protected].
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❑ My check made payable to The League of NH Craftsmen is enclosed.
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