The Maine Crafts Association was founded in 1983 to support and connect Maine’s craft artists. Today, our non-profit organization provides educational programs, storytelling initiatives, community and public events, artist promotion and other resources to connect emerging, mid-career and established craft artists, other makers and the general public through craft.

The Maine Crafts Association’s mission is to build upon Maine’s rich craft traditions by nurturing a vibrant, supportive, inclusive craft community with educational programs and resources.

The Maine Crafts Association is dedicated to serving a diverse network of Maine craft artists through celebrating accomplishments, connecting the community, advancing studio practices, and growing businesses. Our goal is to lead and contribute to an arts ecosystem in Maine that benefits from and supports healthy, balanced, thriving studio practices and businesses of all Maine craft artists.