Artist opportunities.
The American Craft Council offers some of the best opportunities to grow your career, sell your work, and connect with audiences throughout the country. Check back often for new exhibition opportunities and calls for applications.
Current opportunities.
From the largest juried craft show on the East Coast, to pop-up marketplaces and unique events, we present a wide array of marketplace or activity-focused events throughout the year.
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American Craft Fest St. Paul 2025
American Craft Fest St. Paul is the American Craft Council’s newest juried craft show, showcasing over 60 emerging artists and other regional creative businesses highlighting handmade craft in all its forms. In its second year, this celebratory event held at the historic Union Depot reflects the variety of cultures and crafts that make the Twin Cities and surrounding region a unique place to live and make.
Application Open: October 25, 2024
Application Deadline: January 6, 2025
Acceptance Notification: February 14, 2024 -
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American Craft Made Baltimore 2026
American Craft Made Baltimore showcases work by nearly 400 accomplished artists and makers alongside demonstrations, talks, and hands-on experiences. Now entering its 48th year, this immersive annual event attracts more than 10,000 dedicated collectors and enthusiasts.
Application Open: April 9, 2025
Application Deadline: May 30, 2025 -
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Early Career Artist Program
Building on the benefits of ACC membership, which includes access to on-demand professional development workshops, an inspiring subscription to American Craft magazine, and discounted application fees, this program adds opportunities for advertising support, tool and equipment grants, and discounted booth fees to showcase your work at our marketplace events across the country.
Application Open: April 9, 2025
Application Deadline: Rolling
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Frequently asked questions.
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Artists who join us at our marketplaces receive a variety of tools and resources to ensure their success before, during, and after the event. We use an online tool called the Artist Resource Center, where exhibitors can log in to review all of their information, pay booth fees, and access detailed resource pages. We also offer monthly Artist Support Calls where artists can join a virtual conversation with ACC staff and other artists to ask questions, share tips, or just listen in. Leading up to the event, ACC sends out a comprehensive exhibitor packet that details all the relevant information for loading in, loading out, and everything in between. This packet is also printed out and given to artists at check in. At the event, ACC provides booth sitting services at no charge, along with free Wi-Fi and other great perks. We strive to provide a great experience for both artists and event attendees.
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Yes! We love to convene artists and strive to build community. Our flagship event, American Craft Made Baltimore, includes a Community Kick-Off party where artists can connect with each other and the Baltimore community at large. We also host a special Artists Reception and Award Ceremony on a separate evening. Our American Craft Fest S.t. Paul is a very social event that includes a low-key artist meet and greet the evening before the event opens, and lots of great opportunities to socialize throughout the weekend.
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Artists keep 100% of their sales at ACC’s in-person marketplaces.
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Become a member!
ACC members receive discounts on application fees to any of our marketplace events, a subscription to American Craft, and many other great benefits.