COLLECTING AMERICAN CRAFTS
American crafts encompass a wide array of materials and techniques, ranging from folk art to textiles and woodworking. In recent years, interest in handcrafted works has grown significantly, drawing attention from collectors and museums across the country. Enthusiasts can explore these crafts not only in galleries but also by visiting studios where artisans bring their creations to life.
Woodworking continues to be a cherished art form, producing both decorative and functional furniture. Handcrafted pieces made from exotic woods blend beauty with practicality, making them highly sought after by collectors. Likewise, handcrafted jewelry offers unique, one-of-a-kind designs, perfect for both personal wear and thoughtful gifts.
Fiber arts span a diverse range of techniques, including custom clothing design, traditional quilting, and intricate lace-making. Other notable crafts, such as pottery and ceramics, showcase a rich heritage of artistry and skilled craftsmanship, keeping time-honored traditions alive.
We've curated a list of top art galleries specializing in American crafts, along with craft museums, magazines, and other resources to further your knowledge. Many exceptional handcrafted pieces can be purchased from the galleries listed below or at arts and crafts fairs. For those interested in glass art, be sure to explore our Contemporary Art Glass guide .
Galleries Specializing in American Crafts
Selection of well-informed art galleries:
- Appalachian Craft Center — Asheville, NC
- Appalachian Spring — Rockville, MD
- Ariel Gallery — Asheville, NC
- 108 Contemporary — Tulsa, OK
- Artifacts Gallery — Indianapolis, IN
- Cedar Creek Gallery — Creedmoor, NC
- Craft Company No. 6 — Rochester, NY
- Gallery of Functional Art — Santa Monica, CA
- Gallery of the Mountains — Asheville, NC
- Gravers Lane Gallery — Philadelphia, PA
- Ferrin Contemporary — North Adams, MA
- Mobilia Gallery — Cambridge, MA
- Crafted by Hand in New Hampshire — Several NH locations
- North Conway Fine Craft Gallery — North Conway, NH
- Palette Contemporary Art & Craft — Albuquerque, NM
- The Pink Llama — Cedarburg, WI
Galleries Specializing in Artistic Jewelry
- Ornamentum — Hudson, NY
Articles About Collecting American Crafts
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Craft Museums and Institutions
- American Museum of Ceramic Art — Pomona, CA
- Bellevue Arts Museum — Bellevue, WA
- Craft Contemporary — Los Angeles, CA
- Cranbrook Art Museum — Bloomfield Hills, MI
- Fuller Craft Museum — Brockton, MA
- Museum of Arts & Design — New York, NY
- The National Quilt Museum — Paducah, KY
- New England Quilt Museum — Lowell, MA
- The Ohio Craft Museum — Columbus, OH
- Pacific Northwest Quilt & Fiber Arts Museum — La Conner, WA
- Renwick Gallery / Smithsonian American Art Museum — Washington, DC
Craft Organizations
- American Craft Council
- The American Ceramics Society
- CERF+ The Artists Safety Net
- NCECA — National Council on Education for the Ceramic Arts
- Florida CraftArt — St. Petersburg, FL
- Southern Highland Craft Guild — Asheville, NC
- Peters Valley School of Craft — Layton, NJ
- Vermont Crafts Council — Montpelier, VT
Books on American Crafts
For the most recent books, check with a local bookstore or one of the Art Bookstores around the country. Powell's Books in Portland, OR is a very good source for new and used art books. Your local library can also be a valuable resource for research and discovering art books.
Magazines About Crafts & Art
Blogs and Online News About Crafts
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