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Fair Trade Rug Event

Fair Trade Rug Event

Stop by during the five-day event and learn from the experts how Bunyaad supports 850 artisan families in roughly 100 villages in Pakistan by paying a fair wage to artisan families. Learn how rugs are designed and produced by the artisans and how the fair-trade model is making a difference in Pakistani Villages. Come and explore our large selection of Tribal, Bokhara, and Persian rugs during our special, limited-time Fair Trade Rug Event. From classic to contemporary, from sizes 2’x3’ to 10’x14's, and a large collection of rounds, squares, and table runners, we have the piece you’re searching for! Reliable and consistent payments foster unprecedented financial planning capacity. Artisans can focus on doing quality work with the knowledge that they have the security of a fair income. Bunyaad both builds and supports schools to further the education of village children and empowers women through financial independence. Find the perfect rug crafted with the quality to last a lifetime and the fair trade labor standards to reflect your desire for a more just and fair world for all. Get more info about the event, browse the inventory ahead of time and shop our gorgeous pieces any time during the year at https://www.bunyaad.com Bunyaad is a proud member of Fair Trade Federation and a partner of Ten Thousand Villages.

Ten Thousand Villages State College
Free
11:00 AM - 06:00 PM, every day through Dec 05, 2021.

Event Supported By

Ten Thousand Villages State College
8149545043
statecollege@tenthousandvillages.org

Artist Group Info

Ten Thousand Villages State College
Ten Thousand Villages State College
1341 S Atherton St
State College, Pennsylvania 16801
814-954-5043
statecollege@tenthousandvillages.com