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Vendor Information Updated Sept. 2004
The Rendezvous' merchants and traders utilize the area known as the French Commons along Willow Street in Vincennes, IN. This fenced area is located across the street from the George Rogers Clark National Historical Park. Applications: All participants are required to preregister by completing an application. The deadline for this form is March 15. Information relevant to merchants, traders, and craftsmen: Demonstrators: Those who demonstrate only will not be charged a fee; however, those who demonstrate and sell will be charged a fee. Housing: Housing will be available on the Vincennes University Campus with a per person per night fee. Clothing: All people including booth helpers or visitors, are required to be in period clothing. Lean To: (Approximately 8X10 ft) with canvas tops will be provided for those who request one. There are a limited number. You must provide your own tables and chairs. Tables must be covered to the ground in front if they are of modern design. Firewood and Water are provided. Straw is available but should be requested prior to arrival. Pets: are discouraged but, if you need to bring one they must be on a leash and kept away from the public. The public is not allowed to have animals, excepting service animals, on the grounds. Insurance: Liability Insurance is required
by all vendors. Copies of forms showing your certificate of insurance with
liability limits of at least $300,000 naming the spirit of Vincennes Inc.
and the dates of May 28 & 29, 2005. Or for $20.00 we will include you on
a blanket liability insurance policy. The Spirit of Vincennes Inc. is constantly trying to upgrade the level of authenticity of this event. It is imperative that all vendors strictly adhere to the time period of 1700 - 1815. Several people (with identification) will be checking your merchandise and "set up". If they ask you to remove something, you are expected to do so. Please review the following NO NO list: These items are NOT allowed at the Vincennes Rendezvous
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Spirit of Vincennes, Inc.
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Being a vendor during the annual Spirit of Vincennes Rendezvous can be a
highly profitable venture. An estimated 35,000 visitors along with approximately 400 to
500 reenactors attend the two-day event scheduled for Memorial Day weekend. Those big
numbers easily can be converted into big sales