Cazenovia Artisans is an artists' cooperative located in an upscale gallery in the historic village of Cazenovia. Formed in 2002 by 14 Cazenovia-area artists, Cazenovia Artisans has grown to include some thirty artists and has become the area's premier showcase of regional fine art and craft. The collection of juried work offered for sale is ever changing and is all handmade by artists and craftspeople living in the Central New York area.


Members of Cazenovia Artisans own, operate and staff their gallery, ensuring that every time you visit you will meet one or more of the artists, each knowledgeable about the work represented there. Cazenovia Artisans is open every day of the week, and accepts Visa, Mastercard, and Discover cards.

Visit Cazenovia

The historic village of Cazenovia was founded in 1793 by John Lincklaen, who fell in love with the pristine lake and lush hills that surround it. Today, it is home to myriad historic sites, unique shops, fine restaurants, and five-star accommodations, as well as an established college, and a bustling arts community.

The Arts in Cazenovia

With several fine galleries, a respected contemporary sculpture and nature park, a variety of art and cultural celebrations, and vistas to inspire creativity in anyone, Cazenovia is the art lover's ideal destination: for a day, for a weekend, or for an extended get-a-way. To plan your visit, find more information at the following websites:

Greater Cazenovia Area Chamber of Commerce, with information about the Village and surrounding town, including listings for its arts organizations.
Madison County travel and tourism, with information about the region’s myriad attractions.
The Route 20 Association, which promotes the historic and scenic Route 20 byway.

Become a member of Cazenovia Artisans

Our Jury Application is available here in PDF format.

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If you don't have it, you can download a free copy here.)

FAQ’s about becoming a member of Cazenovia Artisans

1. How do I become a member of this organization?
We have a two-step jurying process. You will first present your self and your work to the jury committee and then if the committee recommends you and your work, you will present your work at a monthly meeting of the entire membership.

2. What is the cost of belonging?
We have a monthly assessment that can vary according to expenses. Currently, the monthly assessment is $137.00.

3. What percentage of the selling price do I give to the Cooperative?
You keep 98% of each item, less 3% for any credit card charge safes.

4. How does the Co-op price my items?
You price each item. You are responsible for keeping inventory of each item in the shop. Each artist's price tag includes a seller's code that enables the treasurer to pay you for each item sold.

5. How am I paid?
You receive a check every two weeks.

6. How is sales tax handled?
The co-op collects all sales tax.

7. Who runs the Cooperative?
The members run it. There is an elected board of managers that determines the agenda for the monthly meetings. Each full member is allowed to vote.

8. Will I be a full member when I join?
No, there is a Probationary period of 6 months and an Associate period of 6 months.

9. What is the operating agreement?
This is the agreement we have ail signed that allows the organization to run as an LLC.

10. Do I have to work in the shop?
Yes. You will be assigned to work approximately 3 to 4, four-hour shifts per month. You are also expected to work on one committee and attend monthly meetings.

11. What criteria do you took for in an applicant?
We look for original, well made arts and crafts. We also look for someone who can work well with the cooperative members, has the ability to sell others' work, has initiative and will bring both personal and professional skills to the shop.

12. How much space will I get? And do I need something to display my objects?
We have no hard fast rule about space. We try to be fair and respectful in regard to space. We also work closely with the merchandising committee when making decisions on how best to display the work. The Cooperative has some displays for general use, and all artisan supplied displays will be approved by the merchandising committee.