2026 American Craft Made Baltimore
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Stories about the People of Craft
Kristy Moreno’s clay sculptures of future ancestors are avatars of a better tomorrow.
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Ancient technique and dreamy landscapes collide in Kristin Colombano’s painterly felted textiles.
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Nosheen Iqbal foregrounds Pakistani and Islamic art in her entrancing embroidery-on-wood compositions. In The Queue, the Dallas-based artist and designer chats about CraftTexas 2025, developing clients in the corporate and hospitality worlds, and two contemporary events pushing Islamic and South Asian art forward.
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Kristy Moreno’s clay sculptures of future ancestors are avatars of a better tomorrow.
Read
Ancient technique and dreamy landscapes collide in Kristin Colombano’s painterly felted textiles.
Read
Nosheen Iqbal foregrounds Pakistani and Islamic art in her entrancing embroidery-on-wood compositions. In The Queue, the Dallas-based artist and designer chats about CraftTexas 2025, developing clients in the corporate and hospitality worlds, and two contemporary events pushing Islamic and South Asian art forward.
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A New Era of Access and Connection
Last October, ACC announced 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.
Creating impact.
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ACC 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.
ACC Celebrations + Gatherings
Coffee with the Director
Join American Craft Council executive director Andrea Specht at the Member & Artist Lounge for refreshments and remarks on what she looks forward to in the future of craft and the American Craft Council.
Date:
Friday, February 20
Hours:
2–3 p.m.
Location:
On-site at Convention Center. Register for location information.
ACC 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.
ACC Celebrations + Gatherings
2026 American Craft Made Artist Reception & Award Ceremony
A unique opportunity to attend this after-hours event at the Baltimore Convention Center! Join us to connect with artists and enjoy a beverage and light bites while celebrating the winners of this year’s marketplace awards.
Date:
Saturday, February 21
Hours:
6:30–8 p.m.
Location:
Sharp Street Lobby, Baltimore Convention Center
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