Juried Event

Red Barn Arts and Crafts Festival is a juried event. Exhibitors are selected based on standards of excellence. Final acceptance of an exhibitor will be determined by Kirksville Arts Association.

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What Qualifies

Work must be ORIGINAL work created by the artist or crafter. All work must be handcrafted or enhanced creatively or artistically by the exhibitor. Work made by others or items purchased for resale will be removed by the Kirksville Arts Association. Commercially produced items will NOT be accepted.

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Awards

Awards will be presented for "Best of Show", "First Place Arts", "First Place Crafts", "Honorable Mention Arts or Crafts and "Outstanding First Time Exhibitor". Awards will be based on uniqueness, originality, quality of work and booth presentation. 

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Parking & Safety

Free public parking lots are located one block from the square. A designated handicapped drop-off and pick-up area is available at the Information Booth located at the corner of Franklin and Washington streets. Kirksville City Police and Sheriff's Department are present during the event.

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Accommodations

Hotel reservations should be made well in advance due to this event being held during Truman State University's Family Weekend.