Tennessee Basketry Association – 2026 Convention

The Tennessee Basketry Association (TBA) invites you to its 2026 Convention, a four-day gathering of basketmakers from across Tennessee and beyond.

Hosted at Leslie Town Centre in Cookeville, Tennessee, the convention features multi-day basket weaving classes taught by talented instructors, with projects for beginners through advanced weavers, using a variety of materials and original designs.

Dates & Location

• Dates: July 15–18, 2026 (Wednesday–Saturday)

• Venue: Leslie Town Centre – Middle Tennessee’s premier event and meeting venue

• Address: 1 West First Street, Cookeville, TN 38501

Leslie Town Centre sits in historic downtown Cookeville, within walking distance of restaurants, shops, Dogwood Park, and the Train Depot Museum, and is centrally located on I-40 between Nashville, Knoxville, and Chattanooga—a convenient drive for many regional weavers.

What to Expect

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• Four days of basket weaving classes at multiple skill levels

• A variety of traditional and contemporary basket styles and materials

• A friendly, welcoming convention atmosphere where weavers can learn, share ideas, and connect

• Convenient venue layout with large ballroom-style rooms, modern lighting, and easy load-in for teachers and vendors

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Quick Facts

Event: Tennessee Basketry Association – 2026 Convention
When: July 15–18, 2026
Where: Leslie Town Centre, 1 W First St, Cookeville, TN 38501
Host: Tennessee Basketry Association (annual July convention)
Focus: Multi-day basket weaving convention with classes, vendors, and community

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