Thu 10/7-Sun 10/10
The Ohio Mart artisan craft fair has been a regular event at Akron’s Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens for more than 50 years, a major fundraiser for the organization. This year’s 54th Ohio Mart takes place in the beautiful gardens Thursday October 7-Saturday October 9 @ 10am-5pm and Sunday October 10 @ 10am-4pm.
The event features more than 120 artists offering work in such media as jewelry, ceramics, photography, textiles/wearable art, and gourmet edibles. Vintage Finds and Curious Goods will be on hand with distinctive collectibles and the Garden Committee will be offering dried flower arrangements made with flowers grown at Stan Hywet’s gardens.
In addition, local food vendors and bakeries will be there with offerings, including the traditional Ohio Mart hot gingerbread. Wine and craft beer will be available as well.
Tickets for the event are $10 for adults, $4 for ages 6-17, free for kids 5 and under. Admission to the Manor House is additional. Parking is $5 cash only.