Each November the Adopt-A-Native-Elder Program sponsors a rug show and sale in Park City. At this event we present the traditional weavings of the elders. During the show there are a variety of programs centered around traditional Navajo culture. These include dances, demonstrations, special entertainment, and a fund raising auction. All proceeds from the sale of rugs woven by the elders in the Program go directly to the weaver.

From its humble beginnings twenty years ago, with just a few rugs at the Kimball Arts Center, the Annual Rug Show and Sale has evolved into what may be the largest event of its kind in the country.

The Rug Show helps Adopt-A-Native-Elder create a market for the Elders’ crafts and raise awareness about the Elders’ needs. The Elders bring rugs, jewelry, and baskets to sell. They return home with all the proceeds from their sales. The money enables them to buy food, firewood, and hay during the winter.

21st ANNUAL SHOW NOVEMBER 12TH - 14TH 2010

The theme for this year's show is Weaving World Peace. Planning for the show is underway, and you're invited to be a part of it. To learn more about upcoming events please visit the Volunteer Activities Page.

20th ANNUAL SHOW NOVEMBER 6TH - 8TH 2009

Last year we celebrated the 20th Annual Navajo Rug Show. This was a special anniversary because it representeds 20 years of bringing Navajo Elders to Park City to share their culture and sell their rugs. The Elders and their families traveled from different parts of the Navajo Reservation and while at the Rug show demonstrated skills such as carding wool, spinning yarn, weaving rugs, and singing traditional songs for school children and the public.

Click here to view a slide show of pictures from the show.

Click to download the rug show poster .

DONATE

Please consider making a donation to support the Rug Show and the work of the Program.

PURCHASE RUGS FROM OUR CURRENT CATALOG

If you are interested in purchasing a unique, one-of-a-kind rug made by one of our weavers, please visit the Rug Catalog.