CHESTER OPENS ITS AUTUMN SEASON WITH THE 43rd ANNUAL FALL CRAFT SHOW
On the coming weekend of September 10th and 11th, the Historic Chester Business Association (HCBA) will proudly host visitors from across the country at Chester’s 43rd Annual Fall Craft Show. Set in a picturesque northern New Jersey town founded in the 1700s, the tents of over 200 artists will gather by 134 Main Street, near the gazebo on Municipal Field.
Produced by the HCBA, this event is a nationally-recognized community tradition and one of the largest craft shows in the state. Sunshine Artist, respected magazine of American arts and crafts, has rated it among the Top 50 “Best Craft Shows in the Nation” and #1 in New Jersey. Artisans from across the East Coast, representing a wide range of craft-working disciplines, will exhibit over the weekend. Prior Shows have broken attendance records, the town receiving thousands of craft-enthusiasts who come to share their passion.
According to HCBA President Kathy Barbieri, “For the past 40+ years, Chester has been the home to one of the Northeast’s most celebrated arts and crafts event. This is the perfect time for attendees to join in the celebration and kick-off their holiday shopping with one-of-a-kind gifts.” Visitors will enjoy creations in home furnishing and decor, jewelry, clothing, wood and metalworking, ornaments and more. These masterfully-done, handmade wares are of highest quality and the artists will partake in a juried contest.
Since the Show is located on the east end of Main Street, visitors are also mere seconds away by brick sidewalks from Chester’s Historic District. Home to over 80 stores, there shoppers can discover antiques, country gifts, both fine and casual dining, and many shops for unique interests from old-fashioned candies to exotic teas. Chester’s small businesses, preserved early American buildings, and country lifestyle continue to draw visitors each weekend and all seasons.
Also available – the HISTORIC CHESTER COURTESY COACH service, which stops at Chester’s two top attractions – Alstede Farms and The Historic Downtown Shopping & Dining District. The Historic Chester Courtesy Coach enables locals and visitors alike to enjoy all this historic town has to offer.
The Show will take place from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm, rain or shine, with $5 admission. Children under age 12 may attend for free, but please, no pets. For $1 off a single admission, look out for the Show’s event postcard, its listing on the HCBA website at www.ilovechester.com, or its coupon in the HCBA Shopping and Dining Guide. Chester is easily reached by major roads; located at the crossing of Routes 206 and 24/513, less than 10 miles from Rt. 80, close to Rt. 287, and with a NJ Transit stop nearby at the Gladstone station. For complete details, visit www.ilovechester.com
