NVRC Deaf Artisan Fair - Come Celebrate Creativity and Community!
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Looking for unique, handmade gifts this holiday season? Come shop, explore, and support talented Deaf and Hard of Hearing artists, crafters, and entrepreneurs at NVRC's very first Deaf Artisan Fair!
We're bringing together a wonderful variety of artists and makers from across Northern Virginia and the DMV, each with their own creativity, talent, and story to share.
MEET OUR ARTISTS & MAKERS!
Cathleen Potosky
Kim Ainsworth – Bits & Bobs
Laura Atwell
Jennifer C. Witteborg – Witty Productions, LLC
Michael Pratuch
Jordan Bennett – Canvas of Orange
Denise Proulx – Denise Scrappy Creations
Margott Skrobisz
Jude Haverington – The Silent Seed
Joshua Springer
Senette Jilson
Sheri YouensUn – deafroot
Lynn Keefe
WHAT WILL YOU FIND?
Original paintings and drawings, mixed-media artwork, handmade jewelry, quilts, sewn accessories, ceramics, crochet creations, woodworking, ASL-inspired gifts, unique tropical plants, and plenty of one-of-a-kind treasures!
Whether you're shopping for the holidays, treating yourself, or simply enjoying an afternoon surrounded by creativity, there's something for everyone.
EVENT DETAILS
Saturday, November 14, 2026
10:00 AM–2:00 PM
NVRC Community Room – 3rd Floor
10467 White Granite Drive, Suite 312
Oakton, VA 22124
FREE ADMISSION — EVERYONE IS WELCOME!
COMMUNICATION ACCESS FOR EVERYONE!
Roaming ASL interpreters will be available throughout the Fair to help Deaf, hard of hearing, and hearing visitors communicate with our artists and enjoy the event. Whether you sign or don't know a single sign, everyone is welcome!
Every purchase supports a Deaf or Hard of Hearing artist, small business owner, or entrepreneur. Come meet the creators, learn about their work, and celebrate the incredible talent in our community!
HELP US SPREAD THE WORD!
Invite your friends, family, neighbors, and coworkers. Help us make our first Deaf Artisan Fair a wonderful community celebration!
Questions? Contact execdirector@nvrc.org.
SHOP SMALL. SUPPORT LOCAL. CELEBRATE DEAF & HARD OF HEARING TALENT!