Crafty Mart's purpose is to provide creative and engaging opportunities for artists and community members to foster artistic, thoughtful, and community-focused lifestyles. Crafty Mart has the specific purpose of conducting events which allow artisans to showcase their goods to community members; provide artisans the opportunities and resources to advance the state of the arts locally; educate the public about the high degree of effort, skill, and artistry involved in creating handmade goods. We believe that small businesses are the lifeblood of local communities. We see value in "shopping small" and commit to providing Akronites opportunities to do so. We believe that working artists thrive when they are part of a creative community. We respect the diversity of perspectives that individuals and groups bring to the pursuit and achievement of our mission. We believe that the arts are essential to a vibrant and sustainable community. We are committed to making the arts accessible to all.