American Craft Connects: ACC Conference & Awards 2026

Conference Details

Explore the ideas, trends, forces, and movements shaping the future of American craft at the country’s premier convening of craft field leaders, makers, and enthusiasts. Examine how the artful work of the human hand builds connection, shapes culture, fosters community, and grows today’s economy across three days of engaging panels and conversations featuring industry luminaries and extraordinary makers. Celebrate the inspiring artists and advocates receiving ACC’s 2026 Biennial Awards, and meet the rising generation of artisans both carrying forward and challenging the traditions of craft.

Making matters. Now, more than ever.

Date:

September 4–6, 2026

Location:

McNamara Alumni Center at the University of Minnesota

Admission:

Registration opens March 25!