Volunteer for the International Folk Art Market - July 8-10

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Dates Volunteer is Needed: 
July 8 - 10
Number of Volunteers Needed: 
2,000
Description of the Volunteer Opportunity: 

The 13th Annual International Folk Art Market held July 8-10, 2016 on Santa Fe’s Museum Hill is the world’s largest exhibition and sale of works by master folk artists and is supported by more than 2,000 volunteers annually. We invite you to join our remarkable community of volunteers from 38 states and 8 countries who make this event possible

The success of the International Folk Art Market | Santa Fe is due, in large part, to its amazing volunteers. Each year, volunteers provide their expertise, spirit of friendship, dedication, and resourcefulness to benefit the artists and more than 20,000 visitors to experience the Market and celebrate folk art while enjoying international food and music.

From artist assistants to cashiers, your work will impact and undoubtedly change the lives and home communities of our artists, while ensuring that visitors have an extraordinary market experience. Sign up and get information at www.folkartalliance.org/volunteer prior to June 15th.

Areas of Interest: 
Arts and Culture
Great for: 
Kids
Teens
Adults
55+
Who Will Be Impacted Through This Project: 

The Market welcomes over 180 artists from over 63 countries to share their traditions, & create economic, social, and individual impact. Artists take home 90% of all sales to help families & communities around the world by building schools, water systems, & helping refugees from their villages return home. folkartalliance.org/events-programs/international-folk-art-market-santa-fe/artist-profiles

Is This an Ongoing Opportunity?: 
Yes
Is This a Group Opportunity?: 
Yes
Minimum Age of Volunteers: 
16
Are Court-Ordered Volunteers Accepted?: 
Yes
Nonprofit Will Provide: 

All Market volunteers receive free access to the Market on Saturday and Sunday between 9 a.m.-5p.m., as well as a volunteer t-shirt. Volunteers will receive training prior to the Market.

Additional Requirements: 

We recommend a parent present for children under 16

Last Updated: Jun 13 2025
Address of Project Site
Museum Hill
Santa Fe
New Mexico
87505

Disclaimer

Groundworks provides these volunteer opportunities as a service to our community and does not assume any responsibility for the validity of such postings. To ensure accurate and up-to-date information, please contact the organization who posted the opportunity.

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