New Makers Initiative

The Kalamazoo Living History Show is pleased to announce the “New Makers Initiative” for the 2027 Show.

Many say the Living History community is shrinking, and while we mourn the loss of those who pass away each year, we are dedicated to encouraging the next generations. 

The New Makers Initiative invites artists and craftspeople to apply for a reserved, premier table space at the Kalamazoo Living History Show to give them a “launch pad” for their living history show experience. This display is about recognizing and promoting New Makers and encouraging new generations in the community. 

This initiative reserves no fewer than 3 tables at the annual Kalamazoo Living History Show to promote and display the work of juried New Makers. Each Maker is allowed to display and sell their work on these reserved tables. Table space will be shared with each New Maker juried into the show that year. 

There is no cost to the New Makers to apply and table at the show. However, New Makers must cover their personal travel, lodging, and meal expenses. Each New Maker will receive 2 vendor badges, one for themselves and one for a spouse/helper.

We will accept applications/nominations to be included in this initiative up until February 1st, or until we fill the available spaces at the table.

To apply, please visit kalamazooshow.com/newmakers to read the guidelines and submit your information.

Join us for the 2027 Kalamazoo Living History Show March 20-21, 2027

Applications will be mailed the day after Thanksgiving and should arrive promptly after. Due to rising postal costs and delivery issues, we are gauging interest in an online application. Please indicate your interest on your application.

If you are interested in being a vendor separate from the New Makers Initiative, please submit your information to our vendor database here.