Making
meaning.
Championing an
American craft legacy.
History in the Making
A commentary on labor and excess, woodworker Stacy Motte’s humorous-looking Adventures in Highboy Land is deadly serious.
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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.
American Craft Made Baltimore tickets available now!
Join us for the largest juried craft fair on the East Coast.
February 21–23, 2025
Baltimore Convention Center, Baltimore, MD
American Craft Made Baltimore showcases work by nearly 400 accomplished artists and makers alongside demonstrations, talks, and hands-on experiences.
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 a subscription to American Craft, 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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Magazine
American Craft is a quarterly magazine for artists and appreciators of the handmade that celebrates the diversity of American craft and its makers.
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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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online readers of American Craft stories since 2024.
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participants interacting with makers and learning about craft at ACC events in 2024.
Gather together.
The shared value of experiences.
Browse our upcoming American Craft Council events.
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Be a companion in our craft journey.
Support makers, celebrate the handcrafted, and get American Craft delivered to your home with a membership to the American Craft Council.
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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.