Holiday Makers Mart Returns To Columbia With Local Artists, Handmade Gifts

COLUMBIA, MD — Holiday shoppers looking for handmade gifts while supporting local artists can head to Robinson Nature Center on Nov. 21 for its Mistletoe at Midday Maker's Mart.

The annual event will be held from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the nature center, 6692 Cedar Lane in Columbia, featuring local artisans selling handmade, sustainable and nature-inspired items.

Organized by Howard County Recreation and Parks, the event will feature vendors set up both inside and outside the nature center, offering shoppers an opportunity to find unique gifts ahead of the holidays.

Returning vendors include Odds and Swevens, Blue Crab Bottle Caps, AD Glass Designs, Barbara's Art Quilts, Bean and Bear Studio, Bonna Makes, Cloudless Rabbit, Critters Grove, GlasScapes by Melissa, Pamela Franks Nature Photography and Shop Cat Woodworks.

New artisans joining the event include Light & Leaf, Quilting Raccoon and Holly Hill Goose and Crown Crafters, according to the center's social media announcement.

Other returning vendors include CFLOWERCO, Charley & Ruth Designs, Fairbloom's Cottage, Fun For the Sun, Jord's Hoard, Kasmic Creations, Nature Notes, The Roving Hare, Upper Room Prints and Woodland Magic.

Admission to the event will cost $3 per person for ages 3 and older. Admission is free for Robinson Nature Center members. The admission price also includes access to the nature center's exhibits, allowing families to explore the facility while holiday shopping.

The center's gift shop will offer discounts during the event, including 15% off purchases for members and 10% off for nonmembers.