Mississippi Senate recognizes Greg Harkins as the 2026 Governor's Arts Award recipient for Excellence in Traditional Craft.
The Mississippi Senate honors Greg Harkins, a Master Chairmaker from Thomastown, Mississippi, as the 2026 Governor's Arts Award recipient for Excellence in Traditional Craft. Harkins, who has spent decades creating internationally celebrated furniture, has elevated Mississippi's cultural heritage on national and international stages. His work, including iconic rocking chairs, has been displayed in prestigious venues and gifted to notable figures, including six U.S. Presidents. Harkins continues to mentor apprentices and plans to establish the St. Anne School of Arts and Crafts in Canton.
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