Artisans from across India gather in Kolkata for a folk art and craft market

Kolkata Centre for Creativity (KCC) will host a four-day art and craft market that brings together the depth, diversity, and vitality of India’s folk arts, craft practices, and textile traditions.

The event will feature master artisans from across the country, presenting a carefully curated selection of handmade textiles, paintings, pottery, metalwork, and a wide range of indigenous crafts.National Award–winning craftsmen will exhibit alongside emerging makers and new-generation craft-led brands, creating a shared platform where traditional knowledge meets contemporary expression. Visitors will have the opportunity to engage directly with artisans, gaining insight into the skills, stories, and labour that shape each piece, and experiencing craft as a living cultural practice rather than a static display.Designed as a direct artisan-to-consumer initiative, the market emphasises fair trade, conscious buying, and ethical production. By enabling artisans to connect directly with audiences, it supports sustainable livelihoods and the continued practice of techniques passed down through generations.Through this initiative, KCC reinforces its commitment to preserving India’s artistic heritage while fostering meaningful cultural dialogue—positioning craft as both a repository of tradition and a dynamic space for innovation.