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Cosecha Aruba our newest local COSECHA is as a design store in which you can
arts and crafts design store
immerse yourself in discovering genuine and locally
made arts and crafts.
Cosecha which translates into harvesting reflects the
diversification of the Aruban craft heritage and the ar-
tistic supply of artisans, through which their personal
stories, inspirations and craftsmanship are exposed
in their products. Cosecha is a haven for locally made
arts and crafts that provides locals and visitors with a
pure representation of the Aruban heritage. Cosecha
showcases the beautiful diversity in arts and crafts
from all artisans whom have received the SEYO certi-
fication while encouraging Aruba’s creative industry
through awareness creation and workshop provisions
as to ensure a sustainable makers economy.
Products found in Cosecha have all been certified by
the national seal of craftsmanship SEYO Nacional pa
Artesania. This seal was established by the govern-
ment of Aruba through the Department of Culture
Aruba, DCA, to recognize locally handmade products
so they could be distinguished from imported mass
produced products.
The DCA, started issuing the SEYO for artisans in
2012, represented by an appointed commission of
experts who give out the certification based on the
UNESCO criteria for artisan craftsmanship which
are: craftsmanship, originality, esthetics, material
use, local identity and commercial value. The SEYO
is considered a tool to boost Aruba’s creative industry,
prompting local artisans to develop more and better
locally handmade products. Within the Cosecha you
will find distinguished artisans, who play a crucial
role in upholding Aruba’s arts and craft industry.
The current collection showcases the variety hereof.
The Cosecha design store is open on Monday
from 12PM to 6PM, Tuesday through
Saturday from 10AM to 6PM. Sun-
day closed.
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