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ACC 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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ACC Talks + Workshops
Craft Lab — Profitable American Made Branding: Turning Craftsmanship into Sustainable Growth
American-made work carries meaning but turning that meaning into sustainable profit takes strategy. In this 90-minute workshop, Erin Pelicano Cauble of The Venture Project shares a practical framework to help makers clearly communicate value, strengthen brand trust, and build pricing confidence so craftsmanship becomes a true business advantage.
Date:
Wednesday, March 11, 2026
Hours:
5:30–7 p.m. CT | 6:30–8 p.m. ET
Location:
Online via Zoom
Admission:
Free for members
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ACC Celebrations + Gatherings
ATL Ascent: An Artist Reception & Special Announcement
The American Craft Council (ACC) and The Hambidge Center will host a collaborative opening reception celebrating Atlanta’s creative community while launching two major initiatives: the 2026 Hambidge Hive Auction and ACC’s announcement of the 2027 ACC Atlanta Fair. The event will feature a micro-market of regional craft artists, artist installations, and remarks from organizational and city leaders.
Date:
Thursday, March 19, 2026
Hours:
6–9 PM
Location:
Hambidge Hive, 575 Main St NE, 15th Floor, Atlanta
Admission:
Free; registration required.
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ACC Festivals + Marketplaces
2026 American Craft Fest
American Craft Fest is the summer’s best opportunity to discover craft from across the region. Participate in fun hands-on activities for all ages led by local arts partners, shop handmade work by more than 50 emerging artists, and savor local beverages and food truck fare.
Date:
June 13–14, 2026
Hours:
11 a.m.–5 p.m. on Saturday / 11 a.m.–4 p.m. on Sunday
Location:
Union Depot, St. Paul, MN
Admission:
Free to all; registration required.
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ACC Celebrations + Gatherings
National Craft Open Studios Weekend
Join us for a first-of-its-kind, nationwide celebration inviting the public into the creative spaces of more than 1,500 craft artists across the country!
Date:
July 18–19, 2026
Location:
Nationwide, United States
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ACC Celebrations + Gatherings
American Craft Connects: ACC Conference & Awards 2026
Celebrate the inspiring artists and advocates receiving ACC’s 2026 Biennial Awards, and meet the rising generation of artisans across two days of engaging panels and conversations featuring industry luminaries and extraordinary makers.
Date:
September 4–6, 2026
Location:
McNamara Alumni Center at the University of Minnesota
Admission:
Registration coming soon!
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