Making
meaning.
Championing an
American craft legacy.
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Join ACC at a special Memorial Day discount
Now through May 27.
Just in time for the long weekend, become a member of the American Craft Council at a special rate of $40/year and get a subscription to American Craft, access to digital stories, event discounts, and more.
Join before May 27 to get $8 off a subscribing membership and take advantage of this limited time deal!
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 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.
Event
Coffee with ACC Leadership
ACC’s Advocate level donors and up are invited to join ACC Executive Director Andrea Specht and Board Chair Preeti Gopinath for a virtual coffee and conversation May 21 at 2:30 p.m. CT. Preeti and Andrea will discuss craft’s impact and import today, and how our broader context is shaping ACC’s work and priorities.
Date:
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
Hours:
3:30 p.m. ET | 2:30 p.m CT | 1:30 p.m. MT | 12:30 p.m. PT
Location:
Online
Admission:
Invitation only
Talks + Workshops
Craft Lab — Contracts, Agreements, and Licensing for Artists
Join intellectual property attorney Navin Ramalingam, to learn the ins and outs of contracts, agreements, and licensing for artists and entrepreneurs.
Date:
Tuesday, June 10, 2025
Hours:
6–8 p.m. ET/ 5–7 p.m. CT/ 4–6 p.m. MT/ 3–5 p.m. PT
Location:
Online
Admission:
Free for Members; registration required.
Festivals + Marketplaces
2025 American Craft Fest
American Craft Fest is the summer’s best opportunity to discover handmade objects by up-and-coming makers from across the region.
Dates:
June 28 & 29, 2025
Hours:
11 am–5 pm on Saturday
11 am–3 pm on Sunday
Preview Party: Saturday, June 28, 9:30 am–11 am
Admission:
Free and open to the Public
Location:
Union Depot, St. Paul, MN
Talks + Workshops
Craft Lab — From the Artist’s Perspective
This workshop will explore the psychology behind social media and the power of storytelling to grow an engaged audience. We’ll discuss setting goals and boundaries for your digital presence, while analyzing sources of inspiration and learning to create authentically from them.
Date:
Tuesday, July 8, 2025
Hours:
6–8 p.m. ET/ 5–7 p.m. CT/ 4–6 p.m. MT/ 3–5 p.m. PT
Location:
Online
Admission:
Free for Members; registration required.
Take part.
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.
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.