Indian Arts & Crafts Association (IACA)
Since 1974, the Indian Arts and Crafts Association (IACA) has been instrumental in helping to promote, protect and preserve authentic handmade American Indian arts and crafts.
IACA Circle of Members
IACA’s membership is unique. It is comprised of in-dividuals and businesses that represent the entire Indian arts industry: artisans, retailers, wholesalers, museums, governmental agencies, collectors, suppliers and supporters.
IACA Symbol & Code of Ethics
The IACA logo assures buyers and collector of purchasing with confidence. The symbol is copyrighted and only current members of the Association are allowed to use it. As a member, each artist , retailer and wholesaler agree to honestly and ethically represent their merchandise, and to abide by State and Federal laws.
Wholesale & Retail Markets
IACA markets enhance the image and marketing of authentic American Indian arts and crafts. For more than thirty years, IACA wholesale markets have brought together artists, retailers, wholesalers, museums and collectors to the world’s largest trade show featuring American Indian art from the United States and Canada. Buyers from around the globe attend for the opportunity to purchase from our members. Retail markets connect the general public with quality American Indian arts and artists
Artist of the Year Competition
During the Spring Market, Artist Members compete for the prestigious IACA Artist of the Year awards. In addition to acknowledging creativity and craftsmanship, the artist is promoted by IACA and its Members throughout the year. The honor includes financial benefits as well as one year of extensive promotion.
Members Directory & Other Publications
The member directory lists all members by category and geographic location, making it possible to find artisans and businesses that specialize in specific areas of Native American art. Members are also listed on the IACA website. In addition, IACA has published a book on collecting and product brochures for retailers to share with their customers. IACA publishes a newsletter for its members, buyers guides for its markets and a members directory for its members and the public. The directory lists all members with information on their products and services, making it easy to find both artisans and businesses specializing in Native American art.
Educational Programs
IACA conducts a variety of educational programs to foster understanding of Indian arts and the cultures from which they are derived and to encourage an appreciation of handcrafted art. In addition, IACA organizes seminars and workshops to provide professional development and business skills for artists. IACA conducts a variety of educational programs to foster understanding of Indian arts and the cultures from which they are derived and to encourage an appreciation of handcrafted art. In addition, IACA works closely with other related Indian organizations, like the Indian Arts Education Association, on arts education.
Cooperative Marketing
Through cooperative ads and the website, IACA works with its members to provide national advertising and promotional opportunities.
Advocacy
IACA serves as an active advocate for the Native American artisans who produce handmade goods, and for the industry as a whole. It supports the State, Federal and Tribal laws which protect them, as well as dealers and consumers against fraudulent reproductions and misrepresented products. It assists in setting standards and definitions, and provides testimony about the effect of misrepresentation on the industry.
