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SUMMARY:North Carolina Basketry Convention – 40 Years of Woven Friendships
DESCRIPTION:North Carolina Basketmakers Association ConventionTheme: 40 Years of Woven FriendshipsDates: March 11–14\, 2027Location: Sheraton Imperial Convention Center by Marriott\, Durham\, North Carolina \nCelebrate four decades of woven friendships at the North Carolina Basketmakers Association (NCBA) Convention. Join basketmakers from across the country for four days of classes\, vendors\, exhibits\, and community—all under one roof at the Sheraton Imperial Convention Center in Durham\, NC. \nEvent Highlights\n\n\nFour days of weaving & learning – A full convention schedule from Thursday through Sunday. \n\n\nAll–levels basketry classes – From beginners picking up their first basket to advanced weavers refining complex techniques. \n\n\nNo extra-hour class fees – For this convention\, NCBA has waived extra class-hour charges\, so once you’re registered you can stack as many class hours as your schedule and availability allow. \n\n\nVibrant vendor marketplace – Tools\, patterns\, kits\, reeds\, gourds\, and other weaving supplies from a wide variety of basketry vendors. \n\n\nExhibit room & awards – Enjoy an inspiring exhibit of member work and support fellow basketmakers. \n\n\nFriendly\, welcoming atmosphere – NCBA conventions routinely draw hundreds of basketmakers\, dozens of teachers\, and around forty vendors\, with classes ranging from beginner to advanced. \n\n\n\nQuick Details\n\n\nOrganization: North Carolina Basketmakers Association (NCBA) North Carolina Basketmakers Association \n\n\nTheme: 40 Years of Woven Friendships \n\n\nDates: Thursday–Sunday\, March 11–14\, 2027 \n\n\nHotel & Venue: \n\n\nSheraton Imperial Convention Center by Marriott \n\n\nDurham\, North Carolina \n\n\nSelf-contained facility—hotel\, classrooms\, and convention spaces all in one place. \n\n\n\n\n\nLodging Information\nConvention activities are hosted at the Sheraton Imperial Convention Center in Durham\, NC\, with a special NCBA room block. \n\n\nGroup block dates: March 11–14\, 2027 (select dates within this range for convention rates) \n\n\nRoom rate: $150 per night (plus applicable taxes and fees) at the convention rate\, while the block lasts. \n\n\nReservation deadline: The room block is scheduled to close on February 13\, 2027. \n\n\nAttendees should use the reservation link provided on the NCBA convention page to ensure they receive the convention rate. \n\nClasses & Teachers\nNCBA conventions typically feature a large selection of classes covering: \n\n\nTraditional and contemporary basket designs \n\n\nA range of materials (reed\, cane\, seagrass\, gourds\, and more) \n\n\nSkill levels from true beginner to advanced weaver \n\n\nTechnique-focused workshops (color work\, shaping\, embellishments\, patterns\, etc.) \n\n\nThe 2026 teacher line-up and class list are published in the official convention brochure and online materials. Prospective teachers can find proposal instructions and the online proposal form on the NCBA convention page. \n\nVendors & Marketplace\nThe NCBA convention generally includes dozens of vendors offering: \n\n\nBasketry materials and specialty reeds \n\n\nPatterns and kits \n\n\nTools and accessories \n\n\nFinished baskets and basket-related art \n\n\nVendor information and applications are provided through NCBA’s convention resources and communications. North Carolina Basketmakers Association \n\nVisitors’ Days\nAccording to NCBA’s general convention information\, Visitors’ Days are typically Friday and Saturday: \n\n\nVisitors may access the vendor area and Exhibit Room for a modest daily fee. \n\n\nVisitors are asked not to interrupt classes or teachers who are actively teaching. \n\n\nNCBA members who visit (even without full registration) may have voting rights in the Exhibit Room. \n\n\nPlease confirm current visitor policies\, days\, and fees on NCBA’s official convention information page\, as details can change year to year. \n\nHow to Register & Learn More\nFor the most up-to-date details—including registration fees\, class catalog\, deadlines\, and any policy changes—please visit the North Carolina Basketmakers Association convention page and refer to the official 2027 Convention Brochure.
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