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Talks + Workshops
Craft Lab — Ask Me Anything
Join Michael Manes and Rachel Rearick for an engaging and informative session exploring the ins and outs of navigating galleries and securing exhibition opportunities. Michael and Rachel will provide valuable insights into the exhibition submission process, how to build lasting relationships with galleries and institutions, and what to expect from the exhibition experience—whether you're a first-time artist or a seasoned professional.
Date:
Tuesday, May 13, 2025
Hours:
6–8 p.m. ET/ 5–7 p.m. CT/ 4–6 p.m. MT/ 3–5 p.m. PT
Location:
Online
Admission:
Free for Members; registration required.
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Talks + Workshops
Craft Lab — Contracts, Agreements, and Licensing for Artists
Join intellectual property attorney Navin Ramalingam, to learn the ins and outs of contracts, agreements, and licensing for artists and entrepreneurs.
Date:
Tuesday, June 10, 2025
Hours:
6–8 p.m. ET/ 5–7 p.m. CT/ 4–6 p.m. MT/ 3–5 p.m. PT
Location:
Online
Admission:
Free for Members; registration required.
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Festivals + Marketplaces
2025 American Craft Fest
American Craft Fest is the summer’s best opportunity to discover handmade objects by up-and-coming makers from across the region.
Dates:
June 28 & 29, 2025Hours:
11am – 5pm on Saturday
11am – 3pm on SundayVIP Preview: Saturday, June 28, 9:30 am – 11 am
Admission:
Free and open to the PublicLocation:
Union Depot, St. Paul, MN -
Talks + Workshops
Craft Lab — From the Artist’s Perspective
This workshop will explore the psychology behind social media and the power of storytelling to grow an engaged audience. We’ll discuss setting goals and boundaries for your digital presence, while analyzing sources of inspiration and learning to create authentically from them.
Date:
Tuesday, July 8, 2025
Hours:
6–8 p.m. ET/ 5–7 p.m. CT/ 4–6 p.m. MT/ 3–5 p.m. PT
Location:
Online
Admission:
Free for Members; 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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