ABOUT US
** OUR PURPOSE **
Made in Armenia Direct brings the works of Armenian artisans to the rest of the world. After its long period under communism, Armenia is emerging and its fine craftsmanship is part of its history and its future. By sharing ancient traditions, preserving a unique artistic legacy, supporting families, and providing value to artisan and purchaser alike, you can help the Armenian art community survive and thrive.
Our goal is to help the creators of these distinctive art forms become self-sustaining, while giving our customers the pleasure and satisfaction of owning fine works that are Made in Armenia Direct.
If you would like learn more about Made in Armenia Direct click here, select Previous Shows, dated 14/11/2005, to listen to an interview with the founder conducted by Manuk Hergnyan of the Vem radio program.
** WHOLESALE **
Made in Armenia Direct sells to wholesalers at discounted prices. If you would like to discuss this option or place a wholesale order kindly contact our Customer Service representative at Sales department email , or call toll free at 1-866-381-MIAD (6423), or fax 1-413-714-8293. Your inquiry will be answered within 24 hours. We will require name, company name, address, phone, fax, e-mail, reseller number, and classification. Thank you.
** ARTISANS FUND **
Part of the proceeds from each sale is contributed to the Artisans Fund which offers financial assistance to qualified crafts people. The grants are designed to allow crafts people to acquire material, tools, and equipment to expand and generate additional income.
Complete Artisans Fund guidelines may be obtained by contacting Vernissage Help Line
** RETAIL PARTNERS **
If you would like to examine, close-up, the fine workmanship of our artisans before purchasing items I urge you to visit the following Museums and Shops where Made in Armenia Direct merchandise is available.
Click here to view our retail partners.
Made in Armenia Direct has partnered with the Armenia Tree Project to plant trees in protected greenbelts.
For complete Armenia Tree Project guidelines, visit ATP's website.
** THANK YOU **
A special thank you goes to all of the Made in Armenia Direct Group.
An endeavor of this size could not be possible without the incredible support of family, friends, consultants and colleagues who have confirmed the Made in Armenia Direct’s vision of assisting artisans in Armenia by bringing their quality products to the global market.
Thank you to the MIAD team who work daily in both the U.S. and Armenia on behalf of the crafts people in Armenia:
Hamaspyur Apikyan
Mkhitar Balayan,
Anna Ghazaryan,
Aram Hajian,
Lilit Khachatryan,
Andrea Krikorian,
George Z. Marootian,
and
Tom Samuelian.
Thank you to the MIAD angels who have given their support, advice, expertise, time and effort:
All Bentley College students who studied MIAD for one semester,
All church fair volunteers,
All focus group participants,
Houry Abajian,
Pete Abajian,
Gregory Adamian,
Nanor Arabatlian,
Zabel Artinian,
Apo Ashjian,
Nigoghos Atinizian,
Tamar Ayrikyan,
Anne Bailey-Berman,
Anthony Barsamian,
Mike Candan,
CDFA (Carolyn Direct From Armenia)Freight Service,
Louise & David Coughlan,
Ann & Edmond Danielson,
Regina Eaddy,
Kristine Gulakyan,
Laura Gononian,
Tamar Hajian,
Manuk Hergnyan,
Karen Isahakyan,
James Kalustian,
Kaj Kandler,
Jo-Ann Kassabian,
David Kelly,
Michael Kelly,
Keri Khachadoorian,
Vache Kirakosyan,
Susan Klein,
Raffi Kojian,
Paul Korian,
Peter Kwazniewski,
Garo Lachinian,
Hasmik Lazaryan,
Perry Lowe,
Nilah MacDonald,
Greg Manuelian (Marquis Transport),
Hakob Martirosyan,
Jeff Masarjian,
Raffi Meneshian,
Ami Miron,
Barbara Najarian,
Carolann Najarian,
Alex Nurock,
Carole Ogren,
Richard O’Reilly,
Charlene Perl,
Joe & Liana Perl,
Aida Petrosyan,
Lilit Petrosyan,
Kati Proctor,
Kristi Rendahl,
Mher Sadoyan,
Haro Setian,
Aram Sharambeyan,
Christine Sullivan,
Charles M. Talanian,
Nevart Talanian,
Barbara & Donald Tellalian,
Josh Tevekelian, and
Arpi Vartanian.
Thank you, All.
Gail Talanian O’Reilly,
Founder
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