Craftsmens Spring Classic Arts & Crafts Festival
Location Richmond Raceway Complex
600 E. Laburnum Avenue
Richmond, VA 23222
Dates March 12, 2010 - March 14, 2010 - CONFIRMED!
Primary CategoryArt & Craft Events
Event CategoriesArt & Craft Events, Craft Show, Art and Craft Show
Description: Features original design & work by over 500 talented artists & craftspeople from American and Canada. See the creative process in action as many of the exhibitors demonstrate their art or craft throughout the weekend. There is something for every style, taste & budget, with items from the most traditional to the most contemporary.


For More Information Contact:
Gilmore Enterprises, Inc.
1240 Oakland Avenue
Greensboro, NC 27403
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Contact nameGilmore Office Staff
Phone336-282-5550
Email Event PromoterClick Here
Show hoursFri. 10-8, Sat. 10-6, Sun. 10-5
Application Deadline2010-03-08
Days Left To Apply27
Setup timeThursday 12-8pm
Location TypeExhibition, Commonwealth and Henrico Hall Buildings
Still Accepting
Applications		YES
Public Admission Price$7/Adult, $1/Child (6-12), Free/Under 6 yrs., Same Day Free Retu
Attendance35,000
Attendance MethodAGate
Year #25
ParkingFree Parking at the Facility
Parking FeeFree Parking
Vendor ParkingProvided in Facility Parking lots
RestroomsAll Indoors
EntertainmentNo entertainment.
ActivitiesMany exhibitors will be demonstrating their art or craft throughout the entire weekend. It is an excellent opportunity for patrons to see how things are made and to better understand the work that goes into the creation of these treasures.
Jury Fee-0-
Jury Requirementsphotos/slides of work (4) & display (1)
Past Deadline FeeNA
Art/Craft Space
price		$345 8x10, $480 8x15, $605 8x20, $865 8x30, $100 additional for corner -
Art/Craft Spaces
this year		390
Response deadline2010-03-10
Event/Application Rules and Regulations
ELIGIBILITY: Original arts and crafts and approved selected specialty products only. No kits, no imports, no assembled items made from kits. No items may be sold that have not been approved by the jurying committee, no items that were not listed on show contract. No molded items may be shown or sold unless the originals were carved or sculpted by the Exhibitor and have been approved by Management prior to Event. Management reserves the right to reject any contract or cause any exhibit to be removed at any time with or without refund.

CHARACTER OF EXHIBITS: Management will forbid the installation of any items not approved by it. All aisle space belongs to the Event. Exhibitors display must use some form of side and back panels to distinguish their booth. Displays will be confined to the outlined booth area, and must not exceed the designated area. Do not attach or hang items on curtains or curtain frames. Do not allow curtains to touch floor. Exhibitor will be charged for any damage to booth curtains. Do not remove dividing curtains in rear of booth. Do not remove booth poster. Poster must be visible at all times. If display covers poster, reposition poster so it will be clearly seen.

CARE OF EXHIBITS: Management will sweep and clean the aisles, but exhibitors must at their own expense keep their spaces cleaned and their exhibits in good order. Exhibits must remain intact until after closing on the last day of the Event. Exhibitors are requested at all times to cooperate with Management by maintaining their exhibits throughout the Event in perfect condition with respect to material and personnel. Exhibitor must return the booth area in the same condition as it was found. Exhibitor may not leave trash, boxes or other debris in booth area, but must use waste receptacles to leave floor area clean.
In case the Space shall not be available for the uses herein specified due to war, government action or order, act of God, fire, strikes, labor disputes, or any causes beyond the control of Management, this agreement shall immediately terminate and in such event Exhibitor shall and does hereby waive any claims to damages or any other recovery. Should Management, in its sole discretion, consider it inadvisable to hold the Event at the time and place herein provided, Management may at its option, terminate this agreement, return the sums paid by Exhibitor for the Space and there shall be no further liability on the part of either party to the other. Upon written notice to Exhibitor, Management shall also have the right to change the date and the place where the Event is to be held.

EXHIBIT INSTALLATION AND RECEIPT OF GOODS: All exhibits must be ready for the opening of the Event. Management will not allow any moving of exhibits after the opening of the Event.
If Exhibitor does not exhibit the designated product(s) in the Space or otherwise fails to comply with any of the Terms of this Agreement, Management shall have the right, without notice to Exhibitor, to sell or offer the Space for sale at public or private sale and Exhibitor shall pay to Management any deficiency, loss or damage suffered by Management by reason thereof, including the reasonable expenses and costs incurred. Management will also have the right to remove said exhibit from the Event and the Facility. Occupancy of the Space is of the essence of this agreement and should Management be unable to effect a sale of the Space herein provided, it shall have the right to occupy or cause the Space to be occupied in such manner as it may deem in the best interests of the Event or cause Exhibitors name to be placed on the sign board over the Space, all without releasing Exhibitor from any liability hereunder.
Exhibitor shall not assign or sublet any part of the Space without the written consent of Management. All exhibits shall be subject to the approval of Management. Only the name of Exhibitor may be used on signs over or in the Space.

LIABILITY: Exhibitors who desire insurance on their exhibits must place the same at their own expense. Management will not be liable for any loss or damage of the property of Exhibitor, or its employees, due to fire, robbery, accidents, or any cause whatsoever that may arise from use and occupancy of leased space or building. The Exhibitor agrees to indemnify and hold harmless Management and its employees against any and all claims of any person whomsoever arising out of acts or omission of Exhibitors, its employees and/or guests. (Exhibitors shall furnish their own public liability.)
Exhibitors shall return the booth area to the Management at the conclusion of the Event in the same condition as when occupied by Exhibitor, normal wear and tear expected.
Exhibitor will not allow any part of its exhibit to damage or otherwise interfere with other exhibits, space or general premises and outside grounds and will indemnify and hold harmless the Management, Production Company, other Exhibitors, and the Facility in the event such damage may occur, whether through the act or omission of Exhibitor, its employees, agents, or guests, or from any other source.

LAWS AND POLICIES: Exhibitors must comply with all local laws, rules, regulations and ordinances in force, and also any Facility policy in force. Exhibitor agrees to obey and cooperate with all local, state and Federal Tax Agencies. No alcoholic beverages of any type allowed in Event or on Facility grounds. Fire regulations are set by the local fire marshals. Exhibitors are required to abide by and follow those regulations. All decorating materials and table covers must be flame retardant. If you sell oil lamps or candles and wish to light them, you must have the lit item inside a glass enclosure (fish bowl) and away from the public. You must also have a fire extinguisher in your booth. This will be subject to the local fire marshals approval. No spraying or use of chemicals such as lacquer, spray paint, stain, etc. inside the Facility. No exhibit shall have a roof system that would impede the sprinkler system in any way. If local law or facility policy should dictate "No Smoking", the Exhibitor will abide by the policy or law. Exhibitor may not play music in their booth unless they have written permission from the Parties who hold the copyright for the music.

SECURITY: Management will provide necessary security during Event and during hours the Event is closed. Exhibitors must have an attendant in charge of Exhibits each day during the hours the Event is open. Management cannot be responsible for losses or damages. For security reasons, use only the designated exhibitors entrances at all times. No persons will be permitted in the building after closing hours.

COMMERCIALISM: No shops, stores, galleries, organizations, groups, etc., unless given written exception by Gilmore Enterprises, Inc.

PRODUCT ACCESSORIES: Manufactured or bought items such as lamp shades, lamp oil, candles, etc. may not be offered for individual sale. If Exhibitor chooses to have these items, they must be included in price of hand crafted item.

EVENT HOURS: Exhibitor should be ready for Event to open 30 minutes prior to advertised time.

BOOTH SHARING: Booth sharing is not permitted. No work except that of the registered exhibitor may be shown. Do not show any items not listed on show contract.

TAXES, LICENSES: The collection and payments of permits, licenses, taxes, etc., shall not be the responsibility of Management, and shall be the sole responsibility of the Exhibitor.

TABLES, CHAIRS AND ELECTRICITY: All tables must be covered in good taste and to the floor on all visible sides, with flame retardant material. Tables, chairs and all parts of booth display must remain within your allotted booth space. Facility lighting is fair. No refund will be given for electrical outlets ordered and not used.

NOISE AND NUISANCES: Noise making devices are not to be demonstrated constantly during Event and should only be demonstrated when asked by Customer. Exhibitor will be required to provide dust-collection and noise reduction equipment for power tools so as to not bother other Exhibitors and Customers. Keep the noise level of tools as low as possible. No radios, televisions or any other audio or video equipment allowed in booth unless approval is given by Management. If approval is given, sound must be kept at or below conversational level and must not be a nuisance to Exhibitors or Customers.

DECORATIONS, SIGNS, ETC.: No nails or tacks may be driven into Facility walls or columns. No thumbtacks, pins or staples are to be attached in Facility tables. No items or decorations may adversely affect other displays or project into aisles. All displays must be self supporting. Some spaces may contain column supports and/or electrical distribution devices. ALL DECORATIONS MUST BE FIREPROOF. All bunting, draperies or other fabrics must be fireproofed before entering into the decoration of any exhibition. Paper decorations, cut evergreens or branches are not permitted. No signs, tags or stickers such as "Show Sale", "Special Discount", "1/2 Off" shall be permitted.

EXHIBITOR BADGES: Exhibitor badges must be ordered on the contract in advance. Badges will be given to Exhibitor at Registration. Badges are to be given only to those actively working the Booth. Any Exhibitor allowing one of their registered badges to gain entrance to the Event by someone other than a worker in their booth may not be invited to participate in future shows. Badges are to be worn only by the persons whose names are printed on the badges. Badges are to be worn throughout Event, including setup and take-down. There may be a charge for badges issued at Event.

CHILDREN: Children under the age of 18 are to be supervised by an adult at all times. Parents or guardians shall be responsible for their childrens actions, and will be responsible for any damages caused. No skateboards, bicycles, and roller skates/blades will be allowed in the Event or on any Facility grounds.

CAMPING: Any Exhibitor camping on Facility grounds shall pay for camping as indicated in receipt information. Camping must be paid for during exhibitor registration, or additional fees may be incurred.

PETS: No animals will be allowed in Event, unless for specific use as trained service animals with credentials.

GENERAL:
•The Management of the Event reserves the right to decline or prohibit any exhibit or portions thereof, and to permit only such matters or conduct as shall be approved by it.
•Use of alcohol or drugs by Exhibitors on Event Property is strictly prohibited. Any Exhibitor under the influence of alcohol or drugs may be removed from the Event.
•If porters are provided for set up and or take down, Exhibitor may use them at Exhibitors risk.
•Exhibitor shall not participate in another Event on the same weekend within 25 miles of contracted Event, without express written permission from Management.

EXHIBITOR REPRESENTATION: The registered exhibitor must be present during the hours the Event is open unless previous approval has been given by Management.

SHIPPING OF GOODS: No shipments may be made to the Facility unless prior arrangements have been made with Event Coordinator at Facility and Gilmore Enterprises, Inc. Freight and Drayage charges may be incurred.

EXHIBIT REMOVAL: All exhibits must be removed from the building after closing of Event within the time allotted in the contract, unless such time is extended by Management.

REMOVAL OF MATERIAL DURING EXPOSITION: No exhibitor shall have the right prior to the closing of the Event to pack or remove articles on exhibit without the permission and approval in writing from Management. This rule does not apply to articles which make up cash sales.

AMENDMENT: Management shall have full power to interpret and/or amend these rules and regulations which in its discretion shall be in the best interests of the Event. The decision of the Event Management must be accepted as final in any dispute with Exhibitor or any situation not covered by these rules and regulations. Management may cancel Exhibitors contract at any time, giving Exhibitor written notice.

PARTIAL INVALIDITY: If any provision of this contract is held by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, void, or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in effect. Any legal action necessary for the enforcement of this Contract will be conducted in the General Court System of Guilford County, NC.

PAYMENT: All fees shall be paid in full at time contract is offered and accepted. There will be a $35.00 service charge on all returned checks, each time it is returned unpaid. Fees paid within two weeks of beginning of show must be paid by cash, money order, credit card or certified funds.

TERMINATION OF CONTRACT: This agreement may be terminated by Management at any time on the breach of any of the conditions by the Exhibitor, and thereupon all his rights hereunder shall cease and terminate, and any payments made by him in account hereof prior to said termination shall be retained by Management as liquidated damages for such breach, and the Management may thereupon remove exhibit and all items associated with it from Event and Facility, and resell said space.

CANCELLATION: Send written notice of cancellation. If cancelling within 10 days of of show, please call office. A $100 cancellation fee will be deducted from any refund you may receive. No refunds will be given for any reason after the date for refunds noted on contract has passed. If an Exhibitor has not registered with Management by the close of scheduled registration and set up time, the Space will be filled with exhibitors on standby notice, and no refund will be given.
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Maps and Directions (from Google Maps)
Directions: From the North, travel I-95 South to exit 82 (Chamberlayne Avenue - Rt. 301). Turn left at third traffic light onto Azalea Avenue. Follow signs 2.5 miles to the Raceway.

Alternate route from North, travel I-95 South to I-295 (Virginia Beach, Norfork). Take the Meadowbrook Exit. Follow stright out to Laburnum Avenue. Raceway is on the left at the Laburnum Avenue intersection.

From the South, travel I-95 North to Exit 82 (Do Not Take Fairgrounds Exit 76-A). At end of ramp, turn right onto Chamberlayne Avenue (Rt. 301). Turn left at thrid traffic light onto Azalea Avenue. Follow signs 2.5 miles.

From the East, travel I-64 west to Exit 195. Turn right at the end of the exit ramp onto Laburnum Avenue. Follow Laburnum about 5 miles.

From the West, travel I-64 East to Exit 186; at the end of the exit ramp, turn left onto Laburnum Avenue. Follow Laburnum about 2 miles.


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