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Virtual Author Talk

Enjoy talks from today's thought leaders. This week, Mary Savig will discuss the history and significance of craft at state fairs. Attendees are welcome to submit questions when registering.
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When and Where

Date and Time

Wednesday, Jun 3, 2026
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Address

Clifton Park Halfmoon Public Library, 475 Moe Rd Clifton Park, NY 12065

Cost

FREE ADMISSION

About this event

A Dolly Parton crop art portrait. Size-96 cowboy boots. A button quilt. State Fairs: Growing American Craft features more than 100 photos of extraordinary and unconventional crafts from state and tribal fairs, including needlework, basketry, jewelry, ceramics, crop art, butter sculpture, and saddles. The catalog highlights personal stories and regional and cultural traditions, creating a vibrant portrait of American life. Come one, come all! State Fairs has a little something for everyone.

Mary Savig is The Fleur and Charles Bresler Curator-in-Charge of the Smithsonian American Art Museum’s Renwick Gallery. She holds a PhD in American Studies from the University of Maryland.

Live webinar. Registration required. 


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