The earliest form of the Fairhope Arts & Crafts began from February 22 to February 28, 1953. Since it's humble beginnings with a handful of local artisans in shop windows, the Festival has changed and evolved and is now an national renowned festival with with artists from all over the United States occupying the streets of Downtown Fairhope.
The Fairhope Arts and Crafts Festival continues to be an all volunteer effort with many volunteers following in their parents and even grandparents footsteps.
In 2016 The Fairhope Arts & Crafts Festival Foundation (501c3) was created to host the annual Festival to promote community appreciation of the arts and support art education. All proceeds are reinvested into the community through local scholarships, donations, and grants available to students and organizations in Fairhope.