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American Craft Fest

Explore regional craft culture and engage with hands-on activities at this free, all-ages event.

American Craft Fest is the summer’s best opportunity to discover handmade objects by up-and-coming makers from across the region. Visitors will shop extraordinary work by more than 30 emerging artists, participate in fun and educational hands-on activities led by local arts organizations, and savor local beer, beverages, and food-truck fare.

Event details.

Thank you for joining us for Craft Fest!

American Craft Fest St. Paul took place at the Union Depot in St. Paul, MN, June 8–9, 2024. It featured 37 artists across 11 categories.

 

What to expect.

Plan your visit to one of Minnesota’s top craft events.

Hands-on activities

Shoemaking with Amara Hark-Weber

Make-and-take activities with the American Swedish Institute

Broom-making with Fireweed Community Woodshop

Hands-on takeaway yarn-wrapped bookmark with Weavers Guild of Minnesota

Stained glass demonstration with Foci Minnesota Center for Glass Art

Flower pound printing activity with Textile Center

Screen printing activities with Curiosity Studio

Emerging artist market

Shop unique handmade goods from more than 30 up-and-coming artists and makers from across the country working in basketry, ceramics, clothing, furniture, glass, metal, and textiles. Discover something special and find a perfect handmade treasure to take home.

Food and drink

Explore local culinary delights from Twin Cities creators like Cocoa Flake, Marigold, Northstar Kombucha, and more! A selection of food and craft drinks will also be available for purchase.

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Show awards.

This year's event featured the inaugural Harlan Boss Scholarships.

  • Harlan Boss scholarships are awarded to emerging artists who are Black, Indigenous, or Persons of Color (BIPOC) or otherwise historically underrepresented, and who work and reside in Minnesota.

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