Making
meaning.
Championing an American craft legacy through programs, events, and stories.
American Craft: A Reminiscence
A curator looks back at his relationship with this magazine, its history, and how it became the publication of record for the field of craft.
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Tickets for American Craft Made Baltimore available now!
Join us at the largest juried craft fair on the East Coast.
Now in its 49th year, American Craft Made Baltimore brings together 400 artists, 10,000 attendees, and dozens of local partner organizations from across the East Coast for shopping, demonstrations, hands-on experiences, and connection through craft.
Become a Regional Craft Correspondent
ACC is looking to contract four Regional Craft Correspondents to help illuminate the diverse, place-based traditions that define craft in America. This paid, yearlong opportunity is designed for artists and makers who are deeply connected to their local creative communities and eager to share their stories with a national audience.
Deadline to Apply: December 5, 2025
Commitment: 12 months (part-time, paid contract)
Location: Remote—applicants must live in one of the following regions: Northeast, Southeast, Southwest, Northwest
American Craft Council Welcomes a New Era of Access and Connection
The American Craft Council announces bold steps to become more accessible to makers and appreciators of American craft, to increase our reach and impact, and to cultivate a more connected craft ecosystem. Read more about this announcement.
Always evolving.
Drawing on an 80-year legacy of advancing American craft.
The nonprofit American Craft Council fosters livelihoods and ways of living grounded in the artful work of the human hand, creating a more joyful, humane, and regenerative world.
Fresh programming.
Growing knowledge in the artistry of craft.
Whether amplifying artists’ stories, producing community events, or honoring innovators in the field, ACC creates opportunities where makers and appreciators can deepen their connection with craft.
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Membership
ACC members receive access to all digital stories, and additional members-only benefits.
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Programs
Explore the American Craft Council’s array of programs designed to inspire appreciation of craft and support makers at all career stages.
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Events
ACC brings together artists, organizations, collectors, and enthusiasts at lively regional events designed to build community around craft and the handmade.
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Craft Happenings
Explore a searchable calendar of craft events, exhibits, and fairs across the country. Craft organizations can submit their events to our calendar!
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Archives
The ACC Archives contains four major archival collections documenting the history of contemporary craft, as well as many smaller collections related to individuals and organizations within the craft field.
Creating impact.
We believe that making can change the world.
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Gather together.
The shared value of experiences.
Browse our upcoming American Craft Council events.
Talks + Workshops
American Craft Forum: The State of Collecting
Join the American Craft Council for a groundbreaking virtual panel featuring leading experts discussing emerging trends in the field, including the growing presence of craft in the international fine art world, the innovative ways artists are connecting directly with collectors, and the shifting landscape of the primary and secondary markets.
Date:
Wednesday, January 14, 2026
Hours:
12 p.m. CT
Location:
Online via Zoom
Admission:
Free; registration required.
Talks + Workshops
Craft Lab — Plan, Price, Grow: A Practical Guide to Timelines & Budgets for Artists
Successful art careers don’t happen by chance—they’re built through thoughtful planning. In this webinar, we’ll show you how timelines and budgets can become powerful tools for managing projects, forecasting growth, and making informed creative decisions.
Date:
Tuesday, January 20, 2026
Hours:
5:30–7 p.m. CT
Location:
Online via Zoom
Admission:
Free for ACC members; registration required.
Celebrations + Gatherings
American Craft Made Baltimore Kickoff Party
Kick off this year's American Craft Made Baltimore event at Section 771. ACC members, participating artists, and the craft community are all invited to this free event.
Date:
Thursday, February 19
Hours:
5:30–8 p.m.
Location:
Section 771, 504 Washington Blvd. Baltimore, MD 21230
Admission:
Free; registration required.
Festivals + Marketplaces
2026 American Craft Made Baltimore
Now in its 49th year, American Craft Made Baltimore is a celebrated local institution that brings together over 400 artists, 10,000 attendees, and dozens of local partner organizations from across the East Coast for shopping, demonstrations, hands-on experiences, and connection through craft.
Date:
February 20–22, 2026
Hours:
10 a.m.–6 p.m. Friday & Saturday / 11 a.m.–5 p.m. Sunday
Location:
Baltimore Convention Center, Baltimore, MD
Admission:
Tickets required.
Take part.
Be a companion in our craft journey.
Support makers, celebrate the handcrafted, and join a nationwide craft community with a membership to the American Craft Council.
Give generously.
Join today and start your craft journey!
As a national nonprofit, the American Craft Council relies on your support to share artists’ stories, create events that connect people to craft, and sustain our unique programs that help artists and makers thrive at all stages of their careers.