HANDCRAFTED HOLIDAY MARKET

Reception: Thursday, November 12 from 5:30-7pm

Runtime: November 13 – December 18

Featuring local and handmade gifts, Little Angels Ornament Tree, Toy Drive, & more!

 

Celebrate the season at Tryon Arts & Crafts School’s annual Handcrafted Holiday Market, running from November 13 through December 18!

 

Step into the TACS Gallery transformed into a winter showcase of fine, handcrafted works by talented regional artisans. With artists rotating their inventory weekly, you will find fresh, one-of-a-kind treasures every time you visit—making it the perfect destination for all your holiday shopping.

 

Kick Off the Holidays at Our Opening Reception!

Date: Thursday, November 12 | 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM

 

Join us for an evening of festive holiday cheer featuring live music from Tryon’s own Tommy Lytle, Biltmore wines, local North Carolina craft beer, non-alcoholic beverages, and delicious festive bites!

 

 

Shop contemporary crafts from WNC artists from November 12 – December 18!

 

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The Little Angels Ornament Tree at Tryon Arts & Crafts School

Spread holiday cheer and support young artists in our community with the return of our annual Little Angels Ornament Tree during the Handcrafted Holiday Market!

Located right in the center of our gallery, this festive tree is adorned with hundreds of handcrafted, unique angel ornaments—each individually donated by talented local artisans and members of our TACS community.

How It Works

  • Choose Your Angel: Browse the tree to find your favorite handcrafted angel ornament.

  • Make a Donation: Each ornament is available for purchase, with 100% of the proceeds going directly to our Youth Scholarship Fund.

  • Take Home a Gift: Keep your angel as a meaningful keepsake for your tree, or gift it to someone special.

 

 

Crafting Opportunities for Local Youth

Every dollar raised through the Little Angels Tree goes toward funding scholarships for local children and teenagers to attend our summer art camps, weekly youth classes, and community workshops.

By purchasing an ornament, you help ensure that financial barriers never stand in the way of a young person exploring their creative potential.

Visit the Tree

  • Location: Tryon Arts & Crafts School Gallery

    373 Harmon Field Road, Tryon, NC 28782

  • When: On display throughout the Handcrafted Holiday Market 

  • Admission: Free & open to the public

 

 

Stop by the gallery, select your angel, and give the gift of art to a child in our community this holiday season!

 

 

Give the Gift of Creativity: Holiday Giving at Tryon Arts & Crafts School

 

As the year comes to a close, the holiday season naturally invites us to reflect on what truly enriches our lives—connection, community, and the simple joy of creating.

 

Why Consider Holiday Giving?

Charitable giving during the holidays is more than just a seasonal tradition; it is a powerful way to invest in the place you call home. When you give locally, your generosity directly impacts the immediate health, culture, and vitality of your neighborhood. It ensures that essential community spaces, artistic programs, and craft traditions continue to thrive for years to come.

 

Why Support Tryon Arts & Crafts School?

At TACS, we believe that creativity belongs to everyone. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, tuition and market sales cover only a portion of what it takes to keep our studios running, our equipment up to date, and our doors open.

 

When you choose to support TACS with a tax-deductible year-end gift, you are making a lasting impact:

  • Sustaining Educational Programming & Operations: Your support directly powers our year-round classes, community workshops, and daily studio operations, keeping high-quality craft education accessible to everyone.

  • Preserving Craft Traditions: From blacksmithing and woodturning to stained glass, pottery, and fiber arts, your donation helps maintain specialized studio space and equipment necessary to teach both traditional heritage crafts and contemporary art forms.

  • Fostering Community Connection: TACS serves as a creative sanctuary for people of all ages and experience levels—a place where neighbors gather, learn side-by-side, and build meaningful relationships.

  • Supporting Local Artists: Your tax-deductible contributions allow us to bring exceptional master instructors to Western North Carolina while keeping programming costs affordable for local students.

 

Ways to Give

  • Direct Donation: Make a tax-deductible gift online or at the front office before December 31 to support our annual fund. Donate Now

  • Pick an Angel: Purchase a handcrafted ornament from our Little Angels Ornament Tree (where 100% of proceeds directly benefit our Youth Scholarship Fund).

  • Shop Local: Support regional artisans by purchasing one-of-a-kind gifts at our Handcrafted Holiday Market.

 

Whether large or small, your gift ensures that creativity, craftsmanship, and community continue to flourish in Tryon. Thank you for your continued support!

 

Thermal Belt Outreach Holiday Toy Drive at Tryon Arts & Crafts School

 

Help bring holiday magic to local children across Polk County! During our Handcrafted Holiday Market, Tryon Arts & Crafts School is proud to partner with Thermal Belt Outreach Ministry to serve as an official drop-off location for their annual Holiday Toy & Gift Drive.

 

How You Can Participate

While you shop for handcrafted treasures for your loved ones, please consider bringing a new, unwrapped gift to place under our collection tree in the TACS Gallery.

  • What to Donate: New, unwrapped toys, games, craft kits, books, or gift cards for local children and teens in need.

  • Where to Drop Off: Collection bin located in the TACS Gallery main lobby (373 Harmon Field Road, Tryon, NC).

  • When: Drop-off available throughout the Handcrafted Holiday Market, beginning at our Opening Preview Reception on Thursday, November 12 (5:30 PM – 7:00 PM).

 

Making a Difference Right Here at Home

Thermal Belt Outreach provides essential compassionate assistance to families facing financial hardship across our community. Your generous donations stay local, ensuring that parents and caregivers throughout Polk County can bring joy, warmth, and hope to their kids this holiday season. Learn more about their programs and how to get involved HERE. 

 

Thank you for sharing the warmth of the season and supporting our local families!