The Salem Multicultural Institute (SMI) and World Beat Festival would like to extend an invitation to everyone to come shop handcrafted works by folks with roots from across the globe. SMI and World Beat are known for fostering cross-cultural exchange creating economic opportunities and showcasing cultural traditions.
Five dollars gets you in and helps support the events organized by SMI and World Beat. As a non-profit 501(3)(c) we need your help to continue bringing culturally rich programs to Salem. Salem has more than 106 languages spoken in our school district and it’s important that we all understand that each of us comes from a culture we are all in a culture and our own community is made up of this. Our diversity is what makes us great. There will be a 50/50 cash raffle with great odds and the drawing will be held at 5:30 p.m. Need not be present to win.
You will find a rich blend of cultures represented from all around the world including: Artesian Mexican items and crafts; drums jewelry and clothing from Ghana; whole bean coffee from around the world; personalized holiday ornaments with calligraphy; Celtic Irish & Scottish jewelry and gifts; earrings from Micronesia’s Chuukese culture; Ukrainian original art crochet and other items; metal wall and yard art home décor; obsidian and forged knives; island fabrics and fashion; organic fairtrade artisan loose leaf tea blends; candles and soaps; African baskets; Scandinavian soaps & scrub brushes; Native American dream catchers beadwork and chockers; German jams jellies fruit butters and holiday preserves. Get some Henna done and pick a Kaftan; watch a live pottery demonstration then sign up for classes. Grab a cup of hot chocolate while shopping and when you’re ready for a break get some Sancho's Pizza.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Willamette Heritage Center, 1313 Mill St SE, Salem, OR 97301, United States
