Mission Statement
To serve the public through the collection, conservation, exhibition, and interpretation of significant works of art from a broad range of cultures and historical periods, and through the translation of these collections into meaningful educational, aesthetic, intellectual, and cultural experiences for the widest array of audiences.
Unique Markets is the largest curated shopping event in the country, hosting three large-scale markets in Los Angeles per year, plus numerous retail experiences, conferences and events across the country including SF, NYC, Boston and Minneapolis. Established in 2008, Unique Markets has worked with and featured over 10,000 small business owners in America, and shoppers have spent over $25 million at our markets - all going directly back into our local American economy. The independent, sole founder, Sonja Rasula, is proud to be one of only 2% of woman-owned businesses in the U.S. to reach the million dollar mark.
Unique Markets is operated out of The Unique Space, it's sister company. Part modern, communal office space, part special events and wedding venue, The Unique Space offers a fresh, inspiring environment for creative companies, weddings, parties, photo shoots and productions.
Renegade Craft is a curated marketplace of artists, designers, doers, and dreamers. Established in Chicago in 2003 and growing through steady, grassroots support, Renegade has become one of the broadest reaching craft showcases in the world. With events in several major cities, a growing online shop, and an expansive artist collective, Renegade is a dynamic platform for artists and shoppers to come together.
Over the years, Renegade has pioneered a movement that has advanced the creative economy, empowered countless small businesses to succeed, and brought together a worldwide community of artists and tastemakers. Renegade’s vision and approach are still embedded in its origins: to create an inspiring communal platform that’s powered by a community of independent artists and design enthusiasts, and curated with beautiful, handmade goods.
All Renegade events and endeavors are produced and curated in-house by our small yet mighty team. We’re a friendly and creative group on a mission to champion the arts. Keep an eye out for us at the Fairs (in the future), we’d love to meet you!