Tropic Bound Artists' Book Fair

Handmade books become works of art at an international gathering of artists, independent publishers and collectors. Returning for its third edition February 4–7, 2027, Tropic Bound Artists’ Book Fair moves to the University of Miami’s Coral Gables campus, with more than 140 exhibitors at the Shalala Student Center.

The biennial fair explores the book as a contemporary art form through works available to browse and purchase, alongside artist talks, panel discussions, workshops and demonstrations. Exhibitors represent the United States and countries across Latin America, Europe, Asia and the Caribbean.

The schedule includes:

• Thursday, February 4: Ticketed shuttle tours, workshops and demonstrations from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.; a symposium from 4 to 6 p.m.; and a welcome party from 6 to 8 p.m.
• Friday, February 5: Free public fair hours from noon to 6 p.m., with afternoon artist talks.
• Saturday, February 6: An 11 a.m. panel discussion, followed by free public fair hours from noon to 6 p.m. and afternoon artist talks.
• Sunday, February 7: An 11 a.m. panel discussion, followed by free public fair hours from noon to 4 p.m. and afternoon artist talks.

The fair and talks take place at the Shalala Student Center, 1330 Miller Drive. The welcome party is at the Kislak Center in Richter Library. Free Eventbrite tickets are required for public fair admission; Thursday’s programs carry separate charges.