Illinois Artisans Shop
The Illinois Artisans Program focuses national attention on the rich heritage of the fine crafting that exists in Illinois.
The Program markets crafts through Artisans Shops located in the James R. Thompson Center, Chicago; the Museum Store at the Illinois State Museum in Springfield; the Museum Shop at the Dickson Mounds Museum; and the Southern Illinois Artisans Shop at Rend Lake. Join Our Mailing List!
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Michele Friedman
Member Since 1998 Photo: Hap Sakwa ©MAFDesign / FELT |  | Natural Edge Desk Detail
Sweitzer & Sweitzer
Members Since 2004 | THE NEXT DEADLINE IS MARCH 28, 2009 The Illinois Artisans Program is continually looking for talented new artists to join the Program. All areas of arts and crafts, including folk, traditional, contemporary, and ethnic, as well as fine art forms are eligible (Media). Over 1600 artists have been jury selected into the IAP. Once selected, their work can be shown at one or more Illinois Artisans Shops without re-jurying (2009 Application). Application deadlines are March 28th and September 12th, 2009. Juried artists participate in art sprees, craft festivals and other events held at the shops in order to promote their work.  | Vase Detail
Laurie Shaman
Member Since 2001 | To become a juried artist of the Artisans Program, an artist must live and work within the state. Their craft work must then be reviewed and accepted by a jury-panel sponsored by the Program. Twice a year, the Artisans Program organizes a jury of knowledgeable art specialists to review applications from new artists. The location of the jury rotates between Chicago, Springfield, and Southern Illinois. Please contact Kerry Schneider at 312-814-1794 or kschneider@museum.state.il.us with questions. OUR SOUTHERN ILLINOIS ART & ARTISANS CENTER SHOP is featured in the New York Times article Ancient Midwest! See us in MILE 103.
Are you interested in becoming a member of the Illinois State Museum? Members receive discounts at the Artisan Shops and Museum Stores. FROM DECEMBER 1-10TH MEMBERS RECEIVE A 20% DISCOUNT. (Not to be combined with any other discount). Visit the membership page and check "Friend of Illinois Artisans". For professionals working in the craft field, visit the CODA website for more information.
The Illinois Artisans Shop, established in 1985, was the first shop of its kind in the state, showcasing one of the most diverse collections of handcrafted work in the Midwest. The Shop is located on the second floor of the James R. Thompson Center in downtown Chicago, adjacent to the Illinois ISM Chicago Gallery. FEATURED ARTIST EXHIBITION WINDOW:  
Jill Kramer, Chicago, Cliff Side Hike, 11" x 15" Greg King, Woodturner, in his Auburn Studio
WOOD IMPRESSIONS This January, printmaker Jill Kramer (Chicago) and wood turner Greg King (Auburn) are featured in the window exhibition Wood Impressions at the Illinois Artisans Shop, Chicago. This exhibition window is coordinated by Willow Gantner.
ART SPREES: 
LaVonne Nye, Pendant, 1 3/8” x 2”
VALENTINES ART SPREE FEBRUARY 5-6TH THURSDAY & FRIDAY 10AM -3:30PM JAMES R. THOMPSON CENTER ATRIUM
For a list of all events and Art Sprees click here. Back to the Illinois Artisans Program.
Illinois Artisans Shop
James R. Thompson Center
100 W. Randolph Street, Suite 2-200
Chicago, IL 60601
T. 312-814-5321
Monday - Friday 9AM-5PM
Thursday 9AM-6PM 
- Address
- James R. Thompson Center
Chicago, IL 60601-3219
- Hours
- Shop Hours: Monday through Friday: 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 PM
- Contact Information
- Telephone: 312-814-5321
FAX: 312-814-3471
Email:
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- Directions
- Located on the second floor of the James R. Thompson Center.
Location on MapQuest.
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