New artists, alternative work, and a Green Craft component will be on display at The American Craft Show in San Francisco at Fort Mason Center, August 15-17, 2008. Celebrating its 33rd year in the Bay Area, this much-anticipated event delivers the nation's leading 250 artists and their latest designer jewelry, furniture, clothing, home decor and more to the public. Guests can indulge in wine tastings from top vineyards, lectures on craft and design and entertaining and informative demonstrations throughout the weekend.

NEW IN 2008

Green Craft - Artists using found, recycled, eco-friendly materials and techniques will be highlighted. Shop for style and the environment!

AltCraft - The American Craft Council opens the doors of the prestigious San Francisco show to artists that utilize DIY (“Do It Yourself”) practices and creative repurposing of materials. This unique loft space will feature work from 10 artists, who will be selected through a special jury process.

SAVE by purchasing tickets in advance: $2 off advance ticket purchase online. Click here to save!

LOCATION
Fort Mason Center
Herbst and Festival Pavilions

Located between Fisherman's Wharf and the Golden Gate Bridge on San Francisco Bay; entrance is at the intersection of Marina Boulevard and Buchanan Street. Paid valet parking is available or visitors may park offsite in the adjacent Marina Green and take the complimentary shuttle service to Fort Mason. Click here for directions and parking information.

DATES AND SHOW HOURS
Friday, August 15 (10am - 6 pm)
Saturday, August 16 (10am - 6 pm)
Sunday, August 17 (10 am - 5 pm)

ADMISSION
$12 per person
$18 two-day pass
Children 12 and under free
American Craft Council members FREE.
Introductory membership $25 at the show. JOIN NOW.
Buy Tickets Online and save! $10 per person; $16 two-day pass

SPECIAL EVENT

“The Politics of Craft and Design”
Join us for a lively conversation about how craft and design manifest at the cultural cutting-edge and how makers respond to issues of urgency in the current political climate.

With guests:
Tina Barseghian, Editor in Chief, Craft Magazine
Garry Knox Bennett, Artist, American Craft Council Fellow
Rob Forbes, Director, Studio Forbes
Edie Kahula Pereira, Designer, Artecnica
Robin Petravic, Co-owner, Heath Ceramics
Stephanie Syjuco, Artist

Moderated by Andrew Wagner, Editor in Chief, American Craft

Friday, August 15, from 6 – 8 p.m.
The Golden Gate Room, Fort Mason Center

ADMISSION
$12, includes entrance to American Craft Show on Saturday or Sunday
FREE with Friday show admission
FREE for American Craft Council members
RSVP required: ahenry@craftcouncil.org

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Information:
Call: 800-836-3470