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Talks + Workshops
American Craft Forum: The State of Collecting
Join the American Craft Council for a groundbreaking virtual panel featuring leading experts discussing emerging trends in the field, including the growing presence of craft in the international fine art world, the innovative ways artists are connecting directly with collectors, and the shifting landscape of the primary and secondary markets.
Date:
Wednesday, January 14, 2026
Hours:
12 p.m. CT
Location:
Online via Zoom
Admission:
Free; registration required.
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Talks + Workshops
Craft Lab — Plan, Price, Grow: A Practical Guide to Timelines & Budgets for Artists
Successful art careers don’t happen by chance—they’re built through thoughtful planning. In this webinar, we’ll show you how timelines and budgets can become powerful tools for managing projects, forecasting growth, and making informed creative decisions.
Date:
Tuesday, January 20, 2026
Hours:
5:30–7 p.m. CT
Location:
Online via Zoom
Admission:
Free for ACC members; registration required.
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Celebrations + Gatherings
American Craft Made Baltimore Kickoff 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.
Date:
Thursday, February 19
Hours:
5:30–8 p.m.
Location:
Section 771, 504 Washington Blvd. Baltimore, MD 21230
Admission:
Free; registration required.
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Festivals + Marketplaces
2026 American Craft Made Baltimore
Now in its 49th year, American Craft Made Baltimore is a celebrated local institution that brings together over 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.
Date:
February 20–22, 2026
Hours:
10 a.m.–6 p.m. Friday & Saturday / 11 a.m.–5 p.m. Sunday
Location:
Baltimore Convention Center, Baltimore, MD
Admission:
Tickets required.
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Celebrations + Gatherings
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.
Date:
Friday, February 20
Hours:
2–3 p.m.
Location:
On-site at Convention Center. Register for location information.
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Celebrations + Gatherings
2026 American Craft Made 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.
Date:
Saturday, February 21
Hours:
6:30–8 p.m.
Location:
Sharp Street Lobby, Baltimore Convention Center
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