With its home in the gold rush region of Victoria the Lost Trades Fair is unique, captivating and one of the most inspiring and authentic events in the country  Since 2014, Lost Trades has celebrated craftsmanship, skilled manual work, decorative arts, heritage crafts, rare trades and knowledge passed down through generations.  In 2026 Lost Trades will be held at Hanging Rock in Victoria's Macedon Ranges. 

 

This iconic 'rock star' location will be the perfect backdrop to showcase the world makers and artisans that come to share their skills, techniques, knowledge and traditions.  Staged artisan presentations and panel discussions will provide and insight into being a maker in the 21st century. 

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Lost Trades aims to inspire and educate people to demand something made by a real person rather than a machine.

To think about why we make, why we create and what truly makes us happy; to consider the sustainability and the longevity of what we buy and use. We cannot consume our way to a better future.  We want to inspuire people to have the confidence to design, make and create something real, crafted by their own hands - and to show them what people can do with practice, passion, hard work and knowledge.