Overview

Beckman’s Handcrafted Show®—Crafted by hand. Inspired by Passion!
Featuring an extensive collection of NEW-TO-CHICAGO artisans and handcrafters, Beckman’s Handcrafted Show offers an exclusive array of distinctive, cutting-edge works.

Exclusive to The Chicago Market: Living and Giving® Beckman’s is a “Meet the Artist” show, encompassing everything from mixed media to functional art and home décor, fiber and fine jewelry, delicacies to tempt the palette and traditional country craft—retailers will truly see a little bit of everything!

At Beckman’s you’ll discover ONE-OF-A-KIND RESOURCES to SET YOUR STORE APART FROM THE COMPETITION WITH UNIQUE PRODUCTS!

As a major bonus, with its widely diverse neighborhoods and strong love for food, shopping and entertainment, Chicago has boundless opportunities for culinary, retail and cultural adventures—sure to round out your trip to The Merchandise Mart this summer! Whatever your taste, whatever your style, Chicago can serve it just the way you like it—don’t miss this opportunity to be a part of the action at Market and on the town!

A LEADER IN HANDMADE RESOURCES FOR MORE THAN 30 YEARS, BECKMAN’S IS BIGGER AND BETTER THAN EVER—ONLY AT THE CHICAGO MARKET: LIVING AND GIVING!

Hear the buzz from market attendees!

“We’re able to find new vendors in Chicago!”
- Margaret Mathias, Milwaukee Ballet

“Loved Beckman’s! We purchased a lot from that area and plan on making it a regular stop for us.”
- Kim Schroeder, Wasco Nursery

“I thought [Beckman’s] was done very well”
- Lee Ann Micheletti, Brookfield Zoo

“I am very excited to see Chicago set themselves apart with the depth of product and the ease of shopping; you actually see the big picture when you are there!”
–Gail C. Michel, buyer, La-Z-Boy Furniture