Crafted by Hand: Celebrating the Arts & Cultures of America a Fun Fairy House Competition

Sun Jun 07 2026 at 12:00 pm to 04:00 pm UTC-04:00

The Botanic Garden at Historic Barns Park | Traverse City

Life and Whim by Heather Harrington
Publisher/HostLife and Whim by Heather Harrington
Crafted by Hand: Celebrating the Arts & Cultures of America a Fun Fairy House Competition
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We need your help to bring magic back to the Fairy Trails this summer! 🍄✨
SUNDAY, JUNE 7TH
Noon – 4 PM
The Botanic Garden at Historic Barns Park
Join us for this year’s Fairy Trails event—a magical outdoor art experience where imagination, nature, and creativity come together along the trails.
• See amazing new fairy houses on the trail
• Kids can make their own fairy wand
• Guests are welcome to enjoy lemonade and a sweet treat in the pavilion!
• Take a photo at our photo booth station in the Pavilion
• Tour the other gardens
THIS YEAR'S THEME
Crafted by Hand: Celebrating the Arts & Cultures of America
Step into a charming, hands-on exploration of the traditional crafts and trades that have shaped our country. Picture tiny weaving looms, candle-making fairy huts, quilting cabins, blacksmith shops, pottery studios, and woodcarving cottages—miniature spaces where creativity, skill, and imagination come alive.
Using natural materials, participants of all ages are invited to design fairy homes that celebrate artistry, resourcefulness, and the connection between people and the land. Each whimsical creation adds a spark of wonder to the Fairy Trails!
Wander, explore, and discover a world where handmade traditions and imagination meet.
SIGN UP TO MAKE A HOUSE
Sign up to create a fairy house!
https://www.lifeandwhim.com/a-fun-fairy-house-competition-2026
Let’s build something magical together 💖
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The Botanic Garden at Historic Barns Park, 1490 Red Dr, Traverse City, MI 49684-4800, United States

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