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Explore Louisiana's unique cultural assets for visitors and residents alike.
 
The Crescent City Blues and BBQ Festival is one example of the numerous Passport Events throughout the state.
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World Bazaar and Marketplace

Shop and experience the sights, sounds and smells of artisans and vendors from around the world

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World Bazaar & Marketplace


Experience the sights, sounds and flavors of the world. Where you'll find vendors from Louisiana and across the globe showcasing the best of their art and culture.


October 31 - November 1
WCEF World Bazaar and Marketplace
10 am - 6 pm
Free Admission
Free Shuttle

Paintings, photography, ceramics, glasswork, jewelry, woodwork, printmaking, handcrafted clothing and furniture, musical instruments, basket weaving, textiles, pottery, and candles. Offerings for every person and every budget. Plus live music and dance. . .

 
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"Abstract mixed media paintings, collage, and vases. Fine Mosaics & Smalti"
215 Tanglewood Dr., Alexandria, LA 71303
(318) 442-9012
"Fine furniture, frames, and chests from recycled wood"
1861 Burma Road, Thibodaux, LA 70301
(504) 237-0389
www.bergeronwoodworks.net
"Contemporary jewelry with fine and semi precious stones"
2012 Jefferson St., Mandeville, LA 70448
(504) 723-9443
www.betsymeyers.com
"Stained glass"
831 Anthony Road, Florien, LA 71429
(318) 586-4274
"Luthier of fine handcrafted wooden cajun fiddles that sing"
125 Doral Street, Sunset, LA 70584
(337) 662-1022
www.cajunfiddles.com
"Fine beaded jewelry"
P.O. Box 77884, Baton Rouge, LA 70884
(225) 753-8132
"Chef John Folse cooking demo & tasting for October 30 reception"
225-751-1882 x16
2517 S. Phillippe Avenue, Gonzales, LA 70737
(985) 320-9536 / (225) 644-1295
"Wrapped wire jewelry and hand pressed dried flower candles"
116 Island Point, Lafayette, LA 70508
(337) 780- 9549
"Native American fine woven baskets and fiber work"
613 Clifton RD, Clifton, LA
(318) 793-9227
"Fine Photography of Life in Louisiana and Louisiana Landscapes"
1402 Madera Street, Ruston, LA 71270
(318) 255-7490
www.deandablow.com
"Unique, feminine, simple jewelry designs featuring precious and semi-prescious stones"
951 Picheloup Pl. , New Orleans, LA 70119
(337) 254-8427
www.desjardinsjewelry.com
"Jazzy & fun necktie skirts, purses, and tapestries"
413 Tudor, River Ridge, LA 70123
(504) 737-5671
"Louisiana Landscapes - oils on canvas pastels on paper"
Route 6, Box 460, Greensprings, LA 70739
(225) 261-0201/ (225) 753-3180 x1472
"Abstract blown glass artist and jeweler"
116 Roma Drive, Breaux Bridge, LA 70517
(985) 869-0843
www.gingerkelly.com
"Traditional Mardi Gras Indian ritual attire, music, demonstration"
1941 Alvar Street, New Orleans, LA 70117
(504) 214-6630
"Handcrafted rustic cypress wood sculptures and crosses"
511 Harrell, Lafayette, LA 70508
(337) 288-1563
"Beautiful stained and etched glass work"
122 Roxanne Drive, Youngsville, LA 70592
(337) 856-9740
www.inspirationalglass.com
"Colorful, abstract fused glass windchimes & other whimsical glass pieces"
287 Pershing Hwy, Sunset, LA 70584
(337) 662-5409
www.jerilynsglassstudio.com
Nicholls State University, Thibodaux, LA 70310
(985) 448-4723 ofc/ (985) 855- 5956 cell
www.nicholls.edu/jfolse
"Art Deco hand-painted silk scarves"
7404 Dominican St., New Orleans, LA 70118
(504) 864-8975
www.kogrumich.com
"Wood, metal sculpture, 3D mixed media"
108 Van Buren Street, Breaux Bridge, LA 70517
(337) 277-5915
www.kellyguidry.com
"Unique spot-welded metal bowls, vases, furniture."
P.O. Box 1044, Breaux Bridge, LA 70517
(337) 278-7098
"Jewelry that touches the spirit"
276 Shadow Road, Ruston, LA 71270
(318) 255-8770
"Cajun Folk Art"
1069 Preston Guidry Road, Breaux Bridge, LA 70517
(337) 258-3574
www.leeroysboys.com
"Abstract mixed media paintings, collage, and vases. Fine Mosaics & Smalti"
820 20th Street, Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 487-4968
"Handcrafted and painted wood cut-outs reflecting Louisiana jazz musicians,second liners, Mardi Gras Parades, and more."
P O Box 282, Hahnville, LA 70057
(985) 783-2173
"Ceramics raku pottery, raku animals"
131 Normandy, Lafayette, LA 70508
(337) 989-0293
"Folk art painted metal sculpture & jewelry."
300 Andres Road, Scott, LA 70583
(337) 873-6295
www.psjuneau.com
"Abstract paintings of Bayou Country on wood and masonite"
664 East Main St., New Iberia, LA 70560
(337) 365-5082
www.schex.com
"Fine beaded jewelry"
10361 W. Springwood Court, Baton Rouge, LA 70810
(225) 769-0510
"Stories of Louisiana presented in mixed media on canvas and paper"
3617 14th Street, Alexandria, LA 71302
(318) 442-3812 (318) 484-2184
"New Orleans themed art acrylic mixed media"
109 North Drive, Covington, LA 70433
(985) 789-2214
www.tamicurtisellis.com
"A gift to Africa works with and represents different women's groups in africa including 4 in South Africa, one in uganda, one in tanzania and one in kenya. the items will represent jewelry from these various groups."
1807 Nobility Circle, Salt Lake City, UT 84116
(801) 347-0261
"Art Aids Art is a nonprofit organization that promotes the work of emerging, underrepresented South African artists by showcasing their creations on the internet at www.lovingafrica.com . Proceeds from sales contribute to the sustainable income of working artists in South Africa. Art Aids Art is especially dedicated to supporting women - 95% of the 400+ artists we represent are female. Additional profits fund projects for AIDS-impacted families in Cape Town"
2717 Santa Rosa Ave, Altadena, CA 91003
(626) 497- 7838
www.lovingafrica.com
"Patchwork quilted bedding and dining decoratives from traditional W. African handcrafted textiles produced by African women's collectives in Ghana. "
1330 Prytania Street, Suite 1, New Orleans, LA 70130
(504) 599-4520 (415) 378-3786
www.babablanket.com
"As the largest archipelagic state in the world, Indonesia consists of more than 17,000 islands with a population of around 230 million peoples. Blessed with around 300 different ethnic groups and some 500-600 languages and dialects, Indonesia is rich in cultural diversity and heritage. The Indonesian Exhibit will display a variety of traditional items related to the heritage, culture and festivities of Indonesia, including arts, posters, slides and videos to help give visitors a glimpse of the many different faces of Indonesia. "
10900 Richmond Ave, Houston, TX 77042
(713) 785-1691
"Beautifully handcrafted high-quality arts, crafts and jewelry from Indonesia "
913 Decatur St., New Orleans, LA 70116
(504) 581-1288 / (504) 957-5844
www.javahouseimports.com
"Handcrafted Greek and Russian icons, Israeli silver ornamentation and gold/silver embellished jewelry"
633 Royal Street, New Orleans, LA 70130
(504) 586-8373
www.naghis.com
"Hancrafted fiberglass with inlade home décor vases"
1100 24th Street, Suite S, Kenner, LA 70062
(504) 461-0808 / (504) 461-8122
"Promotion and sale of Putumayo World Music CD's"
1924 Magazine Street, New Orleans, LA 70130
(504) 324-6140 x10
www.putumayo.com