ASHHO Cultural Bazaar

About the Bazaar:

The ASHHO Cultural Bazaar is a celebration of diversity and culture. It is a place where all people can come together to learn about and support the work of Black, Brown, Women, and LGBTQ+ artists and makers. The bazaar features over 30 vendors with a wide variety of items like handmade jewelry, artwork and candles, to name a few. The ASHHO Cultural Bazaar is a great way to spend a day supporting your community and celebrating diversity. So come out and enjoy the food, the music, and the art!

Here are some specific reasons why we support Black, Brown, Women, and LGBTQ+ artists and makers:

• They are often underrepresented in the art world.

• They bring their own unique perspectives and experiences to their work.

• They can help to break down stereotypes and create a more inclusive society.

• Their work can be incredibly powerful and moving.

When we support Black, Brown, Women, and LGBTQ+ artists and makers, we are not only supporting their work, but we are also supporting the diversity and creativity of our community.

2023/2024 Bazaar Dates (to secure a booth, please pay in advance for the months):

Starts on September 9 and is the first Saturday of the month.

• September 9

• October 7

• November 4

• December 2

• January 6

• February 3

• March 2

• April 6

• May 4

Vendor Application Fee:

Sign up for the full season today and get your table and tablecloth rental for free for the season! This offer is good through September 2, 2023.

• $50 artists and makers per event

• $150 businesses and institutions per event

Payment Preferred: Venmo @Ashhoculturalcenter (state business name/months you are paying). Cash and checks okay in advance.

Location: 5757 Littlerock Rd SW #4 Tumwater, WA 98512 (across from Costco)

Set up: Saturday 8:30 am to 10:30

Event Hours: 11 am to 3 pm (Please Note: all vendors must be completely set up by 10:30 am. Doors open 11AM)

There are often visible and invisible barriers that impede Black, Brown, Women, and LGBTQ+ artists and makers in our communities. Our goal is to create room for local Black, Brown, Women, and LGBTQ+ artists and makers to tell their stories and thrive.

Your application will help us decide whether your business/organization is a good fit for our Cultural Bazaar. Decisions will be made by creating the most diverse mix of vendors and may vary from month to month. The ASHHO Cultural Community Center reserves the right to reject any vendor. All prospective vendors and resources please pay the application fee to be considered. Application fees are non-refundable.

After you submit the application, we will be in touch with you to explain the next steps. Please send us a digital photo of your logo and your products. It will help us with marketing and promoting.

For questions, please contact info@ashho.org or call 360-932-0682. We appreciate you and look forward to seeing you at our next Cultural Bazaar. It’s an experience of hospitality, belonging, uniting through soul food and live music!

Vendor Agreement

Below are some some guidelines for selling at the ASHHO Cultural Bazaar

1. The space is available for set up at 9 a.m. We require all vendors to be set up prior to 10:30 a.m. Doors open at 11 a.m.

2. Many attendees of the Bazaar use cash. Please make sure you bring some petty cash for change.

3. When you arrive, please register at the front desk.

4. Please do your best to utilize your reservation as the success of the event depends on all our vendors.