American Craft Made Baltimore
The largest juried craft fair on the East Coast.
Now in its 49th year, American Craft Made Baltimore brings together 400 artists, 10,000 attendees, and dozens of local partner organizations from across the East Coast for shopping, demonstrations, hands-on experiences, and connection through craft.
Event details.
DATES
February 20–22, 2026
HOURS
10 a.m.–6 p.m. Friday & Saturday / 11 a.m.–5 p.m. Sunday
The box office opens one hour prior to the start of the fair each day.
LOCATION
Baltimore Convention Center, Baltimore, MD
PARKING
See parking and transit options on the Baltimore Convention Center website.
Get tickets
Tickets go on sale Monday, December 1 at 11 AM, Eastern time.
Single-day tickets
Admission to one day of American Craft Made Baltimore. Purchase single-day tickets in advance and redeem them for any of the three event days, or purchase tickets day-of at the box office.
Full-weekend tickets
Admission to all three days of American Craft Made Baltimore. May be purchased in advance or day-of at the box office.
VIP Behind-the-Scenes tickets
- One full weekend ticket to ACMB
- Access to Coffee with the Director
- Access to Tour the Fair with the Director
- Access to the Collection Tour
- Access to Artist Reception & Awards Ceremony
ACC member discounts
ACC members receive two free single-day tickets per day or two full-weekend tickets per event as part of their membership, as well as discounts on single-day and full-weekend tickets beyond the first two. Become a member!
Group rate tickets
Save up to 50% on single-day admission when purchasing for groups of 10 or more. Group tickets must be purchased in advance. For information, please contact Alaina Clarke, [email protected].
What to expect.
Aisles of shopping
Shop handcrafted goods from nearly 400 artists from across the country.
Let's Make!
Participate in activities and demonstrations led by local arts organizations.
School-to-Market
This unique program offers practical insight and exposure to students pursuing a career in craft.
ACC Member & Artist Lounge
Members and exhibiting artists can take a break from the show in this relaxing space.
Other events.
Check out other ACC events happening during our Baltimore weekend.
American Craft Made Baltimore
The largest juried craft fair on the East Coast. Now in its 49th year, American Craft Made Baltimore brings together 400 artists, 10,000 attendees, and dozens of local partner organizations from across the East Coast for shopping, demonstrations, hands-on experiences, and connection through craft.
American Craft Made Kick-Off Party
Kick off this year’s American Craft Made Baltimore event at Section 771. ACC members, participating artists, and the craft community are all invited to this free event.
Artist Reception & Award Ceremony
A unique opportunity to attend this after-hours event at the Baltimore Convention Center! Join us to connect with artists and enjoy a beverage and light bites while celebrating the winners of this year’s marketplace awards.
Coffee with the Director
Join American Craft Council executive director Andrea Specht at the Member & Artist Lounge for refreshments and remarks on what she looks forward to in the future of craft and the American Craft Council.
Tour the Fair with the Director
Join American Craft Council executive director Andrea Specht for special guided tour of the fair, showcasing some of the many must-see artists at this year’s event.
Collection Tour
Get an exclusive peek into the private collection of a Baltimore-based collector. This tour takes place off-site from the Baltimore Convention Center.
Let’s Make!
Explore fun and educational demonstrations and interactive activities led by regional arts organizations, partners, and artists.
Sebastian Martorana
Try your hand at stone carving and gold leafing on etched marble with local sculptor Sebastian Martorana, all while experiencing the tools and techniques of this indelible art form to gain a whole new appreciation of what it truly means to be “set in stone.”
Baltimore Clayworks
Baltimore Clayworks will provide ceramic wheel-throwing and hand-building demonstrations by current resident artists and staff.
Baltimore Jewelry Center
Join the Baltimore Jewelry Center to learn about their programs and create a personalized stamped metal keychain or pendant—an all-ages, hands-on activity where you customize your own piece with initials, symbols, or patterns for a unique accessory to take home.
Hand Papermaking
Enjoy exploring a variety of fiber materials and learn how to make small-scale handmade paper using different pulps at the Hand Papermaking table.
Silver River Center for Chair Caning
Silver River Center for Chair Caning invites visitors to try traditional chair seat weaving—help restore a hand-woven cane deck chair for display at the nation’s only chair-weaving school and museum, or experiment with colorful Shaker-tape patterns—while a slideshow of the craft’s history plays in the background, showcasing the fun and diversity of this ancient global art form.
Weaver’s Guild of Greater Baltimore
The Weavers Guild of Greater Baltimore will offer dynamic weaving and spinning demonstrations, provide hands-on opportunities for guests, and feature an interactive display of fibers, textiles, and yarns for visitors to explore.
School-to-Market
This unique program offers craft education students a critical opportunity for real-world experience– building their brand, honing their sales skills, and engaging with audiences.
Volunteer at the fair.
ACC relies on the support of volunteers to produce American Craft Made Baltimore and make the event a success. In addition to making an impact, volunteering is a great way to connect with fellow artists and craft enthusiasts from all corners of the country.
Meet the jurors.
Get to know our distinguished panel jurying the 2026 show.
Tom Turner
Thomas (Tom) Turner is an award-winning jewelry artist and American Craft Council Life Trustee.
Nora Atkinson
Nora Atkinson is a nationally recognized curator and museum leader known for advancing bold, contemporary conversations around craft and design.
Cedric Mitchell
Cedric Mitchell is a Los Angeles-based glass artist using vibrant color and intricate arrangements to create visually captivating sculptures and objects that embody both beauty and meaning.
Cara Ober
Cara Ober is an artist, arts writer, curator, and the Executive Director and Publisher of BmoreArt, Baltimore’s platform for art and culture.
Show awards.
Recognizing artists and excellence in the field of craft.
Learn more about the juried awards given out to outstanding artists participating in American Craft Made Baltimore.
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These awards celebrate artists who demonstrate exceptional quality of work, mastery of material, and entrepreneurial effort, and whose values align with ACC’s priority to create healthy, vibrant, and equitable marketplaces.
The ACC Awards of Excellence include four individual awards. Three of those awards follow the general marketplace categories of: Home & Living, Jewelry, Apparel & Accessories; and one award recognizes those newest to our marketplace: Emerging Artist. Winners receive a cash prize and guaranteed entry into the next Baltimore marketplace.
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The James Renwick Alliance for Craft (JRACraft) partners with the American Craft Council to present this annual award which highlights artists at American Craft Made Baltimore who are using innovative techniques or materials.
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The Asé Design Award for Excellence in Wood is an annual award provided by Darryl Patterson, Baltimore-based artist and designer and ACC Trustee, and Lawrence Moore, co-founder of Asé Design Studio. The award honors their commitment to community empowerment and meaningful engagement. Patterson and Moore are both long-time designers and woodworkers, and this award recognizes excellence in American Craft Made Baltimore in the medium of wood, with the winner receiving a cash prize of $500.
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The CERF+ Emerging Artist Readiness Award is an annual award (over five years from 2025-2030) provided by the Craft Emergency Relief Fund (CERF+), a non-profit organization that provides craft artists with emergency relief and preparedness grants as well as education, advocating for craft artists through every step of their creative journeys.
The CERF+ Emerging Artist Readiness Award provides a $1,000 grant to one early career/emerging artist participating in American Craft Made Baltimore to safeguard their craft-based practice from a future emergency. Awardees are then invited to nominate a peer in the field of craft who would benefit from funds to safeguard their practice, and this peer is awarded $1,000 as well.
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This annual award is intended to encourage fiber artists who might not otherwise take the risk to participate in an ACC marketplace. The grant provides a free booth, a stipend to assist with marketplace expenses, and a one-year ACC membership. The grant is made possible by generous donors who have contributed to ACC in Randall’s memory.
Become a sponsor.
As a sponsor, your brand will be showcased to a dedicated audience that celebrates creativity, craftsmanship, and community impact. Sponsorship packages offer unique benefits and visibility, tailored to help you connect meaningfully with ACC’s expansive craft community.
