The 18th annual Lithia Artisans Christmas Faire takes place Thanksgiving weekend at the Historic Ashland Armory, corner of Oak and B Streets in Ashland, Oregon. Featuring over 50 of the regions best artists and fine craftspeople. You will discover locally crafted gift items perfect for the holiday season. This event has become a tradition in downtown Ashland and runs in conjunction with the Ashland Festival of Lights. Everyone is welcome to attend and admission to the event is FREE.
OPEN NOV. 23, 24 ,25 – THANKSGIVING WEEEKEND
FRI 10-7 / SAT 10-6 / SUN 11-4
The old Armory comes alive with handcrafted jewelry, pottery, clothing, handmade soaps, woodwork, sculpture, paintings, photography, leather work, blown glass, carved stones, candles and much more. Live music is provided by local singer-songwriters which adds to the festive ambiance; fresh soups, coffee, and snacks are provided by Moni’s Healthy Food.
This is a magical event. Everyone is encouraged to bring out the very best they have to offer. Some vendors hold back special pieces just for this show. A good example is lapidary artist and silversmith Dan Clark. Over the years Dan has searched through mountains of stones, sawing his way through these specimens with a watchful eye, looking for the images trapped within the stone. Some of these picture stones he sets aside each year to share for the first time at this event. It is part of his personal tradition. Many of the participating artists share Dan’s high regard for this show, bringing out unique pieces specially created for the Christmas Faire. That makes for a special event.
Scott Carlson makes beautiful blown glass art pieces. See him Thanksgiving weekend at Christmas Faire.
Fine craftspeople abound at this show. A case in point is glass blower Scott Carlson. This is his first year as a member of the market. He has been blowing glass for decades. Blending different colors of glass and precious metals, Scott works in the traditional blown glass fashion in front of a big furnace. Blowing into the glass, he inflates it like a white hot molten balloon, expanding it into functional tumblers, vases, and decorative pieces. His art is inviting and inspiring. Take a close look at the details in his work. Outstanding!
Potter Alissa Clark is a long time member of the market and a master of her craft. Her pieces are uniquely her own. Her sense of humor and playfulness come shining through her mugs, vases, and wall hung pottery. The color combinations and image based textures bring a smile to my face. She is an artist through and through.
The artisan community is looking forward to seeing the folks of Ashland and beyond out in support of locally handmade gifts. Join us for art, craft, live music, wholesome food, and family friendly revelry. This is the best gift buying opportunity of the season.
Alissa Clark Clayworks makes cool heart mugs. She is one of over 50 artisans showing at this years event.
Live Music Schedule
Dan Clark makes well crafted jewelry at the Lithia Artisans Christmas Faire at the Historic Ashland Armory. Thanksgiving weekend.
Friday, Nov. 23
10:30-12:30 Hollis Peach
1:30-3:30 Charles Guy and Linda Powers
4:30-6:30 Blades of Grass
Saturday, Nov. 24
10:30-12:30 Brother Angus
1:30-3:30 Doug Warner
4:00-6:00 Accapellare
Sunday, Nov. 25
11:30-1:30 Son Ravello
2:30-4:30 Brothers Reed