2026 Heritage Festival Artist Resources
Important Dates
The Artist application deadline has passed
April 20 Artist acceptance notification
May 10 Deadline for accepted artists to reserve their festival participation
June 12 Deadline for artists to make booth payment
June 26 Artist check-in and booth setup 9 a.m.-3 p.m. | Juried Art Competition (artwork must be dropped off by noon) | Museum Members Kickoff Celebration 4:30-6:30 p.m.
June 27-28 Festival weekend, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. both days
Please note:
All artist communications will be sent from an MNA staff person / MNA email address. Any non-MNA affiliated emails regarding festival participation are likely scam attempts. Contact 928-774-5211 ext 267 with any questions or concerns.
Contact us
Email Programs@musnaz.orgInformation
Art Competition
More than $9,000 in prize money and ribbons will be awarded at the 2026 Heritage Festival of Arts and Culture. The Award of Excellence Competition is open to all artists accepted into the festival. Accepted artists may submit up to three items into the competition.
Tax License (TPT)
All vendors wishing to do business in Arizona must apply through the state to obtain a state TPT license.
It can take several weeks for the state to process an application, so we encourage you to apply well in advance of the event if you do not already have a state issued TPT license which includes the city of Flagstaff. Your TPT application must be filed with the State of Arizona. Do not send it to the Museum of Northern Arizona.
Both the state and the City of Flagstaff have the right to audit an event to check for proper licensing of vendors, so we encourage you to have your license with you at your booth during the festival weekend.
Learn MoreIndian Arts and Crafts Board
The Indian Arts and Crafts Act of 1990 (P.L. 101-644) makes it illegal to market an art or craft item in a manner that falsely suggests it is Indian-produced. Under the Act, an Indian is defined as a member of any federally or officially State recognized Indian Tribe, or an individual certified as an Indian by an Indian Tribe.
The Museum of Northern Arizona strictly adheres to this law. In order to participate in this years market, all first time applicants, including Youth Artists, must submit a copy of a Certificate of Indian Blood or a tribal enrollment ID along with at least 3 photos of their work. Photos of work should include artist signature, hallmark, or stamp.
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