The two-day outdoor event will also include live music, a Florida-inspired exhibition, and craft food
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (October 31, 2024) — In celebration of the Armory Art Center’s upcoming 40th anniversary, the cultural organization has reimagined its 8th annual festival.
The free Art + Craft + Design Creative Market willtake place at the Armory’s historic campus in West Palm Beach on Saturday, November 9 and Sunday, November 10, 2024 (9 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
The free market will highlight over 50 artisans representing a variety of styles, including ceramics, contemporary art, jewelry, metal, wood, sculpture, painting, photography, and much more.
The Creative Market will also feature:
- Live local music and art demonstrations
- Delicious craft food and beverages—including a bloody Mary and mimosa bar
- Youth & children’s activities throughout the day
- A special exhibition featuring Florida-based artists
- Giveaways
- and more!
Located within walking distance of CityPlace, Antique Row, the Norton Museum of Art, and the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts, the Armory hosts thousands of visitors every year. By expanding its offerings, the Creative Market will showcase additional artisans, styles, and wares—supporting creative professionals in a more significant way.
If You Go
Shop til you drop! Scheduled at the perfect time for great South Florida weather, guests can browse goods from more than 50 local and regional artisans for holiday shopping and unique finds. The Armory will also host a pop-up gift store and will be holding special giveaways and discounts for those who register for art classes onsite.
Dance the day away! Guests of all ages can enjoy live performances from a variety of local artists and take in several exciting live art demonstrations, including:
Ongoing Studio Demos (10 a.m.-4 p.m.)
Ceramics & Sculpture Studios
See potters at work during our open studios
Jewelry & Metalsmithing Studios
See jewelers working at the bench and take time for Q&A:
- Lapidary Demo with Lee Miller (Saturday only)
- Wax Carving & Casting with April Finch
- Stone Setting and Polishing with Alicia Jane Boswell
Saturday, November 9
Live Music:
- Baji (10:30-11:15 a.m.)
- Adam Douglas (11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m.)
- AJ Lora (12:30-2:15 p.m.)
- Thomas and Rachel (2:30-3:15 p.m.)
- NOSLEEPKB (3:30-4:15 p.m.)
Visit us in the courtyard for live art demonstrations (10 a.m.-4 p.m.)
- Collage Demo with Pat Lappin (10-11 a.m.)
- Plein Air Painting with Ted Matz (10-11 a.m.)
- Wheel Thrown Pottery (11-11:30 a.m.)
- Campus & Studio Tour *meet at the Armory information tent (11:30 a.m.-12 p.m.)
- Stacker Rings with Hanna Love (Jewelry Studio) (1-2 p.m.)
- Plein Air Painting with Nancy Tart (1-2 p.m.)
- Raku Fired Pottery with Mark Walnock (2-2:45 p.m.)
- Eco-Printing with Milena Arango (3-4 p.m.)
Sunday, November 10
Live Music:
- Baji (10:30-11:15 a.m.)
- Adam Douglas (11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m)
- Thomas & Rachel (1-3:30 p.m.)
Visit us in the courtyard for live art demonstrations (10 a.m.-4 p.m.)
- Collage Demo with Pat Lappin (10-11 a.m.)
- Wheel Thrown Pottery (11-11:30 a.m.)
- Campus & Studio Tour *meet at the Armory information tent (11:30 a.m.-12 p.m.)
- Sgraffito Enamel with Michel McNabb (Jewelry Studio) (1-2 p.m.)
- Raku Fired Pottery with Mark Walnock (2-2:45 p.m.)
- Watercolor Painting with Jerilyn Brown (3-4 p.m.)
Refuel with a selection of hand-crafted beverages and bites for purchase, including a scrumptious mimosa and bloody Mary bar, smash burgers, and more. Budding artists can enjoy an interactive art activity, as well as ornament-making, in the Youth Art Area.
Don’t miss the Armory’s newest exhibitions. “A Day in the Life of Palm Beach” features beautiful artworks from Florida-based artists. All works are for sale (with proceeds split between the artists and Armory). Meanwhile, “Introspection” showcases works by Milena Arango, a Colombian artist based in West Palm Beach. Both shows run from November 4 to December 28, 2024.
This event is generously sponsored by The Laurence W. Levine Foundation, The Ellerin Family Charitable Fund, and The Palm Beach Post/LocaliQ. We also extend our thanks to the Cultural Council for Palm Beach County, Discover The Palm Beaches, and the Tourist Development Council of Palm Beach County for their ongoing support.
For more information and a complete schedule of activities, visit armoryart.org.
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8th Annual Art + Craft + Design Creative Market
Location: Armory Art Center (811 Park Place, West Palm Beach, Fla., 33401)
Dates: November 9-10, 2024 (9 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
Admission: Free
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About the Armory Art Center:
Having served the community for over 30 years, the Armory Art Center’s art school and galleries provide creative opportunities to enhance your life. The mission of the Armory Art Center is to inspire the creation and experience of art and the Armory Art Center’s vision is to be the leading community resource for arts education. Serving over 3,000 students annually, the Armory Art Center offers 160 courses per term in six terms throughout the year to students ranging in age from preschool to retiree. Classes in drawing, painting, photography, jewelry, fiber & textiles, ceramics, and sculpture are held in 12 state-of-the-art studios. Twelve exhibitions are hosted annually in three galleries. The Armory’s exhibitions, lectures, and special events are open to the public.
The Armory is proud to have been the recipient of several awards in recent years, including The Palm Beach Post’s Best of Palm Beach County (2022 Best Art Gallery), Chamber of Commerce of The Palm Beaches (2021 Nonprofit of the Year), The Flamingos: Florida Weekly’s Best Awards (2021 Best Place to Create Art), the Cultural Council for Palm Beach County’s Muse Awards (2020 Legacy Award) and more.
For information, visit www.armoryart.org or call (561) 832-1776. The Armory Art Center is located at 811 Park Place, West Palm Beach, Fla., 33401.