‼️BIG UPDATE‼️ Just as we closed our Call for Exhibitors in September, we encountered an unexpected setback when our original venue (NJCRR Train Terminal at Liberty State Park) pushed up their construction schedule. 🚧 Thankfully, after a long search, we're excited to announce that JAB Fair 2025 will now be hosted by our friends at Mana Contemporary and Monira Foundation! We couldn’t be more thrilled to be returning to our first home for our third edition.
⭐️⭐️⭐️ With this change in venue and a much bigger space – over 10,000 sf – we are re-opening our CALL FOR EXHIBITORS, now through Dec 1, 2024. ⭐️⭐️⭐️
JAB Fair 2025 will showcase the works of over 200 book artists, zine makers, and independent presses and publishers, representing emerging to established exhibitors from across the US and Europe. Our inaugural theme for 2025 is "Portals to Somewhere," inviting exhibitors and attendees alike to explore the boundless possibilities that art books offer.
MORE ABOUT MANA CONTEMPORARY Mana Contemporary is located in the heart of Jersey City’s vibrant arts district, just 10 minutes from Journal Square PATH and NJ Turnpike. As New Jersey's largest cultural hub, Mana Contemporary and Monira Foundation are known for their innovative exhibitions and support for creative expression. During JAB Fair 2025, Mana and Monira will open several exhibits to the public, including works by Dan Flavin, Andy Warhol, John Chamberlain, Jonas Mekas and Chick Kelton.
JAB Fair 2025 will be teeming with programs all weekend, including workshops, readings, book signings, demos and featured events including performances by Forgotten Lands, digital storyteller Lance Weiler, installations by Nocturnal Medicine and Columbia University's Digital Storytelling Lab, and so much more.
Discover why the power of art and design in print form is now more vital than ever!
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Feb 21, 2025 · 4:00 PM - Feb 23, 2025 · 6:00 PM(GMT-05:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)
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ACCESSIBILITY
Mana Contemporary is fully ADA-compliant. All activities and bathrooms are on the first floor and are wheelchair accessible. Service animals are welcome with proof.
COVID POLICY
Attendees, exhibitors, staff, and program participants are encouraged to wear a mask while indoors at any of our locations. COVID testing prior to visiting is highly encouraged. In the spirit of healthy gathering, these precautions are in place.
Tickets for this event will be timed so that we can regulate crowd capacity.
Terms for participation will be enforced via exhibitor/ticket/volunteer agreements, including but not limited to the use of face masks, hand sanitizer and taking temperatures.
Masks and hand sanitizer will be on site throughout the venue for all to use. We will also ensure that windows are open to bring in fresh air.
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