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Exhibitors from all over
Calico Fort began as a dream by a group of local citizens who desired to promote our small town, to create an interest which would draw visitors, and develop an outstanding Arts and Crafts festival. A number of possible themes were considered but, considering our historical background, Calico Fort was selected.
A life long resident of Fort Deposit wrote the poem Calico Capers in anticipation of its success.
One of the local citizens volunteered the use of a pine thicket on her property for the show. And the work began, everyone was invited to help clear the brier bushes, the kudzu vines, limbs, pine cones and debris. A fence, reminiscent of an old fort and an Indian teepee were constructed, along with an assortment of rustic buildings to be used for the food concessions and even some exhibitors.
155 exhibitors accepted our invitation to be part of the first Calico Fort on April 8 and 9, 1972. The Bill Board, on the left, depicts the advertisement which was displayed that year. This sign, near the I-65 Exit, is updated each fall in an effort to help our visitors plan for the next event.
An estimated 5000 visitors responded that first year with enthusiasm to the invitation to enjoy an old time country fair complete with demonstrations and illustrations to amuse visitors, whether a toddler, teen or old time fair lover.
The first show included a variety of arts, handmade crafts and antiques. Demonstrations delighting the fair-goers included a glass blower and a weaver who operated her loom. Ceramics, candles and jewelry were made on the spot and portraits were sketched for those who were just a little patient.
155 exhibitors accepted our invitation to be a part of our first Calico Fort in 1972 and the list continues to grow.
If you are interested in becoming an exhibitor at Calico Fort, please go to our Exhibitor Information page for an application.
2023 Exhibitor Listing
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Alexander |
Edna |
Tuskegee |
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Handmade Wooden Door Hangers |
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Andrews |
Maryann |
Red Level |
AL |
Woodworking, Scroll Saw Art, Kitchen Utensils, Signs, Home Decor, etc |
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Anthony |
Voncile |
Montgomery |
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Clothing and Accessories for Children |
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Bagley |
Holly & Mark |
Doerum |
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Hand Painted Patio Pavers, Landscape Timber Solar Lights |
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Barday |
Louise |
Leesburg |
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Bungy Jump |
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Barfoot |
Gaye |
Billingsley |
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Metal Home Decor |
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Barnes |
Harold |
Red Level |
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Honey, Jelly, Dips |
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Bean |
Nancy |
Selma |
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Aprons, Wall Hangings, Reclaimed Wood Art, Appliance Covers, Pot Holders, Placemats |
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Benefield |
Terry |
Heflin |
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Wrought Iron Shepherd Hooks, Flag Poles, Bee Traps |
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Black |
Wayne |
Hope Hull |
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Woodwork |
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Black |
Leigh |
Hope Hull |
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Handmade Bath & Body Products |
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Bowdoin |
Kathy |
Montgomery |
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Handcrafted Magnetic Jewelry |
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Britt |
Alma |
Trenton |
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Leather Goods |
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Brown |
Rosemary |
Birminghan |
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Habndmade Clothes, Accessories, Hairbows, Headbandsm Crochet Items |
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Burgener |
Dale & Patti |
Montgomery |
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Wood Crafts, Wood Signs, Glass on Canvas |
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Burlison |
Deborah |
Pensacola |
FL |
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Cardwell |
Dick |
Elba |
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Wooden Flags |
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Carr |
Jessica |
Headland |
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Wall Art, Wood Ornaments |
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Coker |
Macy |
Andalusia |
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Handcrafted Jewelry |
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Cole |
Brenda |
Greenville |
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Smoked and Infused Seasalts and Homemade Extracts |
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Coleman |
Mark & Andy |
Greenville |
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Wooden Puzzles and Wooden Flags |
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Crawford |
Norris |
Greensboro |
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Leather |
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Croley |
Mary |
Greenville |
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Original Paintings |
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Davis |
Beverley |
Prattville |
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Repurposed Jewelry, Embroidered Items, Snap Jewelry, Baby Quilts |
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Dennis |
Skeet |
Coosada |
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Beauty Supply - All Natural Beeswax Lotion, Soaps, etc |
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Dismukes |
Amanda |
Wetumpka |
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Jewelry |
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Dougherty |
Karan |
Harvest |
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Wreaths, Aluminum Airplanes |
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Duran |
Richard |
Trussville |
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BBQ Seasoning, Sauces, Jerky |
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Estrada |
Laura |
Temple |
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Concrete Statuary |
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Floyd |
Becky |
Vinemont |
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Vintage Little Girl Dresses, Cowhide Furniture |
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Fuller |
Jimmy |
Gilmer |
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Metal Art |
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Fuller |
Debra |
Millbrook |
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Farley Fairies, Fairy Gardens, Creative Cork Key Chains |
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Gamble |
Tommy |
Letohatchee |
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Wooden Bowls |
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Gann |
Gerald |
Odenville |
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Handmade Knives and Leather Sheaths |
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Garner |
Joannie |
Montgomery |
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Published Book - "Wild Joy" |
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Gray |
Tanya |
Gadsden |
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Laser Engraved Wood, Leather and Acrylic |
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Griffiths |
Elaine |
Prattville |
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Wood Door Hangers, Porch Leaners, T-Shirts |
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Hayes |
Sandra |
Madison |
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Bags, Purses, Embroidered Novelties |
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Ivey |
William |
Montgomery |
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Wooden Flower Planters, Key Holders, Ladders |
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Jagel |
Geraldine |
Hartford |
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Pet Bandanas, Poop Bags, Pillows, Placemats, Beds, Coats |
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Langley |
Clint |
Opelika |
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Handmade Knives |
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Lawrence |
Will |
Montgomery |
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Sublimated Tumblers, Errings, Magnets, Keychains, Ornaments |
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Lay |
Roger |
Bessemer |
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Paracord Bracelets, Necklaces, Key Chains, Collars, Leashes, Reins |
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Lightsey |
Joseph |
Marion Junction |
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Woodwork, Bird Houses and Feeders, Music Boxes |
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Little |
Sonny |
Greenville |
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Air Jumps |
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Lowery |
Mildred |
Delpi |
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Weaving |
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Masoner |
Shirley |
Troy |
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Leaners, Door Hangers, Framed Art, Door Tags |
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Maury |
Karen |
Cleveland |
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Engraving on Sterling Silver Jewelry |
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McDaniel |
Glenn |
Montgomery |
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Pastel and Graphite Art |
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Miles |
Sandra |
Montgomery |
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Handmade Chenille and Antiqjue Clotning and Toys |
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Nata |
Jodie |
Ramer |
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Pet Treats Made From Farm Raised Hens |
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Nichelson |
Melinda |
Woodstock |
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Hanging Baskets, Windspinners, Birdhouses, Winebottle Windchimes |
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Norris |
Rebecca |
Sweetwater |
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Wooden Door Hangers, Lanterns, Toys etc; Embroidered Baby Items |
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Owens |
Melissa |
Fort Deposit |
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Homemade Sugar Cookies & Frozen Treats |
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Patterson |
Chris |
Gadsden |
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Handcrafted Pottery, Jewelry |
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Patterson |
Charles |
Pell City |
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Ornamental Iron Humming Birds |
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Pearson |
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Pine Hill |
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Woodcraft |
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Perkins |
Christina |
Mathews |
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3D Laser Cut Door Hangers, Handcrafted Wreaths |
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Proveaux |
Juanita |
Greenville |
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Aprons, Bibs, Towels, Pillows, Dresses |
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Richardson |
John |
Tuskegee |
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Custom Carved Signs, Bird Houses, Hand Painted Signs |
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Robinson |
Betty |
Randoph |
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Miscellaneous Sewing |
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Rogers |
Christie |
Niceville |
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Decorative Towels, Boutique Wine Glasses, Inculated Cups and Tumblers, Can Koozies |
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Royals |
Vincent |
Montgomery |
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Shaved Ice |
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Shumate |
Lee |
Sondheimer |
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Soups, Dips, Cheese All, Cobbler, Muffin & Chicken Salad Mixes |
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Shuttlesworth |
Terri |
Bessemer |
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Custom Shirts |
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Slagle |
Heather |
Montgomery |
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Tea Towels, Candy Cones, Candles, Bracelets, Plants, etc |
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Smith |
Dennise |
Dozier |
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Multi Media, Artwork, Canvas |
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Smith |
Tim |
Pensacola |
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Homemade Dip, Dessert Mixes, Grilling Rubs, Pepper Jelly, etc |
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Smith |
Jeffery |
Alexander City |
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Cutting Boards, Wood Utensils |
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Snellgrove |
Brad |
Prattville |
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Bird Hoses and Painted Glass |
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Sprayberry |
Tiffany |
Ashland |
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Cheese Straws |
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Stroud |
Karen |
Auburn |
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Handjmade Infant & Toddler Clothing, Heirloom, Applique, Monogram |
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Taylor |
William |
Forest Home |
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Pecan Products, Hand Forged Copper Jewelry |
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Thompson |
David |
Danville |
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Metal Work, Rust Cut-outs |
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Thrash |
Rex |
Troy |
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Bird Houses, Walking Sticks, Blue Bird Houses, Bee Boxes |
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VanPelt |
Adana & Samantha |
Gulf Breeze |
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100% Natural Body Mist, Lotion, Soap, etc |
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Vinsant |
Jayne |
Sterrett |
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Jewelry, Decorative Hair Embellishments |
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Waldrop |
Jim |
Clanton |
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Jewelry |
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Weaver |
Randy |
Montgomery |
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Leather Works - Special new Items added this year |
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Webb |
Kathleen |
Navarre |
FL |
Painting, Drawing, Epoxy Coasters |
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Wilson |
Antionette |
Maplesville |
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Kettle Corn |
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