Crazy Mountain Fiber Fest and Art Exhibition is Coming to Big Timber

The exhibition and festival features artwork by local artists and vendors

April 16, 2024

Anne Hebert,

Chase de Forest

Two Rivers Gallery in historic Big Timber, Montana is home to local artisans, and a proud partner of the upcoming Crazy Mountain Fiber Fest and Fiber Fest Art Exhibition. The gallery features photography, pottery, sculpture, jewelry, and furniture. Two Rivers Gallery also holds classes and events for children, teens, and adults. A nonprofit gallery, funding comes from the generous support of donors and volunteers.

Since 2017, the family-friendly Crazy Mountain Fiber Fest has been an anticipated local event. This year, it will be held at the Big Timber Civic Center on April 26 from 1 to 4 pm. The Fiber Fest Exhibition is April 26 from 4 to 6 pm at Two Rivers Gallery. The gallery exhibition will feature art pieces by Lorinda Parker, Chase de Forest, and Marie Shirley Jones, alongside several other acclaimed local artists. April 27 is Sheepherder Saturday, celebrating the area’s rich wool history, from 9 am to 4 pm at the Civic Center.

Chase de Forest

The two-day festivities shine a light on the art of those who work with paper, leather, fabric, yarn, and other textiles. In addition to the exhibition, classes will be held both days and include, Needle Felting 3D Freestanding, Punch Needle, Intro to Natural Dyes, Drop Spindle, and Needle Felted Tote. A sheep shearing demo, a tour of the Crazy Mountain Museum, and a petting zoo will also be part of the festival fun.

Big Timber, Montana is the county seat of Sweet Grass County and a gateway to the Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness. Located between the Yellowstone and Boulder Rivers, it is known for its wool production. In 1892, it was the largest shipping exporter of wool in the United States. To date, this community remains tight knit with neighbors proudly exhibiting their work and handcrafted wares. Plan to spend plenty of time at the exhibits and events. Food Trucks will have tasty bites to help satisfy hunger pangs, and the vendor fair is not-to-be-missed. The event is free to attend with fees for classes.

For additional information about the festival, class registration, and participating artists and vendors, please visit the website.