Photos: Last Weekend's Jackalope Craft Fair Was a Hands-On Event

The Jackalope Craft Fair, a newcomer to the Denver area, gave local artisans a chance to showcase their wares at the Exdo Event Center last weekend. Co-founded by Denver native Melissa Shipley, the national fair featured a wide range of merchandise, from homemade food items to fashion, accessories, home decor, kids’ clothing,...

By Westword Staff

July 27, 2015

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The Jackalope Craft Fair, a newcomer to the Denver area, gave local artisans a chance to showcase their wares at the Exdo Event Center last weekend. Co-founded by Denver native Melissa Shipley, the national fair featured a wide range of merchandise, from homemade food items to fashion, accessories, home decor, kids’ clothing, housewares, art and more. Westword photographer Danielle Lirette was on hand to walk among the tables. See our full Jackalope Craft Fair slide show here.

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