Thank you for your interest in participating in the 2021

Mid-Atlantic Sea Glass & Coastal Arts Festival!

 

Saturday, June 5th, 2021 9 AM-4 PM 
-and-
Sunday, June 6th, 2021 9 AM-4 PM  

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Lewes Historical Society
110 Shipcarpenter St
Lewes, DE 19958


 
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Our Mission: 

The Lewes Historical Society promotes and advocates the preservation, interpretation and cultural enrichment of the Lewes region, through museum exhibits, educational programs, historical research and publications.

 

This premier coastal event will be held Saturday, June 5th and Sunday, June 6th 2021, and will run both days from 9am until 4pm (rain or shine). The show is well known for it’s high quality vendors, historic location and festive atmosphere, we attract thousands of visitors every year with live music, refreshments, various speakers, and education. The event charges a $5.00 admission fee - children under 12 are free, and all proceeds benefit educational and preservation programs of the Lewes Historical Society. 

 

2021 Show Updates & Information 

-Due to the ever changing nature of state mandated COVID restrictions our festival plans may be adjusted accordingly as these changes occur, we will be sure to notify all vendors any time we recieve new information that may effect the show. 

 -There will be a $35.00 non-refundable application fee to apply.

 -Our goal is to feature authentic sea glass vendors only, please keep this in mind when applying for the show. Applications fees will not be refunded.

 -This year we will be focusing more on the history and education of sea glass offering educational speakers, exhibitions, historical displays, shard contests and family oriented interactive activities.  We will be working hard to publicize and advertise the show so that we can all be successful!

 

Application Rules & Policies 

This is a sea glass and coastal art-themed show. The Lewes Historical Society Mid-Atlantic Sea Glass & Coastal Arts Festival is juried and reserves the right to accept or reject applications at its discretion to balance the style and content of the event. 
 

- All work must be original and created by the self-representing artist. No manufactured goods will be accepted. Demonstrations are encouraged, but not required.
 
- Only authentic, natural beach/sea glass shall be sold at the event. No man-made sea glass will be accepted. All work must be coastal themed. 
 
- Artists must be present during the event. No representatives. 
 
- Single day booth rentals will NOT be permitted.
 
- We can NOT guarantee specific spaces for vendors but we will do our best to accommodate special requests. 
 
- Power and Wifi will NOT be provided by the venue so please come prepared. 
 
- Booth spaces are 10' x 10' and will be assigned once accepted. One exhibitor per space please with no subletting. 
 
- All vendors are responsible for providing their own tables, tents, chairs, linens, etc. No electricity, water hook-ups, props or tables are available onsite. 

 
 A completed application should consist of the following items:

1. Your completed online application.

2. Links to your social media, website, or 4-6 links to clear photos of your work, including a photograph of your booth.  

3. Submission of the non-refundable $35.00 application fee.