Haitian Art and Handcraft Virtual Auction and Sale

Description

The Vassar Haiti Project celebrates twenty years of supporting education, health, environmental and women's initiatives in a rural region of northwest Haiti. From September 7 through October 7, more than 70 original Haitian artworks will be available for auction. Bidding will take place in nominal increments over the course of the month. Our auctions provide a great opportunity for any art enthusiast looking for both great deals and some unusual and unique pieces, all of which will be featured in a website gallery open to the public. The online auction and live events can all be accessed through www.thehaitiproject.org. All purchases are 50% tax deductible and donations are 100% tax deductible. Bid on auction items here: tinyurl.com/yy2qzuvs The weekend of October 2- 4 will feature four live virtual events. Christopher Bjork, Professor of Education, Asian Studies, and International Studies at Vassar College, will present opening remarks to kick off the festivities at 6 PM on Friday, October 2. Meet some of our Haitian artists and gallery owners at 10 AM on Saturday, October 3. We are especially excited to bring you a special live concert and interview with the Haitian singer, NAÏKA at 7:30 PM Saturday evening. A raffle and closing remarks will wrap up the weekend at 5 PM on Sunday, Oct 4.