Virtual Discussion: Best State Fair Crafts with Smithsonian Curator Mary Savig

This is a VIRTUAL event, available for viewing through our virtual author talks site. The program will be available live at the time listed here, and it will also be recorded and uploaded for later viewing. Register for and view this program here: https://libraryc.org/newberlinlibrary/161371

Your Ticket to the Best State Fair Crafts with Smithsonian Curator Mary Savig

Join us for a fascinating discussion with Smithsonian Curator Mary Savig on the history and significance of craft at state fairs—from blue-ribbon quilts to sculpted butter cows, and so much more!

Come one, come all! State Fairs has a little something for everyone. Register now to hear about the fascinating (and often surprising) world of American state fair crafts!

About the Author: 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, College Park.