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Demonstrate & sell your craft

Founding-vendor program

Set up shop in a real 1840s village

We're inviting a founding group of artisans to anchor Pioneer Heritage Days — and grow into year-round shops on the bluff. Here's why it's worth your weekend.

Founders only

Free founding booth

No booth fee for our founding artisans — first seasons on us.

Keep 100% of sales

What you sell is yours. No commission, no cut.

We bring the crowd

Festival marketing, press, and the Truman Visitor Center traffic next door.

An authentic stage

Demonstrate your trade in historic buildings over Truman Lake.

The trades

Crafts we're looking for

Blacksmithing
Pottery
Leatherwork
Woodworking
Weaving & fiber
Baskets & brooms
Candles & soap
Your trade?

Simple to join

How it works

1

Apply

Tell us about your craft — a few minutes, photos welcome.

2

We review

We curate for quality and authentic, handmade work.

3

You're in

We confirm your spot and send the vendor packet.

4

Set up & sell

Bring your tools and wares — we handle the rest.

Apply now

Vendor application

Founding spots are limited and curated. Send this and we'll be in touch within a week.

What does a booth cost?

Founding artisans vend free for the first seasons. Standard rates apply afterward and will be shared up front.

What's provided?

Your space on the grounds, festival marketing, signage, and parking. You bring your tools, tent or table, and wares.

Is electricity available?

Limited power at select locations — note your needs on the form and we'll do our best to place you.