Craft in America

Origins

The American craft tradition did not just appear, fully-formed and mature. The artists in Origins tie their work to earl

Process

What inspires a person to choose a career in craft? How does one acquire the knowledge and necessary skills? From self-t

Messages

Many artists use their craft to share personal and political opinions. Craft has the ability to entice viewers to consid

Family

Family explores the creative environments and personal dynamics of four families of craft artists and asks: Is talent in

Threads

Explore the creativity of the human spirit through works that begin with the humble thread. Featured artists include fib

Crossroads

How do borders and personal crossroads affect an artist? How do science and craft interact? How do other cultures influe

Forge

Exceptional artists forging metal magically transformed by fire. Follow Chloe Darke as she begins her career as a silver

Holiday

Embracing familiar and new winter celebrations of our American experience with the handmade. Celebrates some of our most

Industry

Industry explores the business of craft and how artists contribute to local and national economies.

Service

Documenting craft in the military and the power of the handmade to inspire and heal.

Music

A look at how fine handmade instruments are crafted, featuring the world renowned artists who play them including Jake S

Celebration

Discover the role craft plays in our winter holiday traditions, rituals, and festivities. Featuring lion dancers & float

Teachers

Artists committed to sharing their skills and passion for craft with students of all ages. Featuring Navajo weavers Barb

Nature

Artists explore the beauty and wonder of the natural world. Featuring sculptor Patrick Dougherty, artist Mary Merkel-Hes

Borders

Explore the connections between Mexico and the United States through craft. Featuring master altar maker Ofelia Esparza

Neighbors

Explore the connections between Mexico and the United States through craft. Featuring ceramic artist Gerardo Monterrubio

California

Explore the diverse craft traditions and innovations in the Golden State. Featuring Pomo basket weaver Corine Pearce, si

Visionaries

Documenting the ways in which artists and influencers inspire new generations to envision the limitless possibilities of

Quilts

Learn about contemporary quilters as we celebrate the role quilts have played in our country's story. Featuring Susan Hu

Identity

Artists explore issues of gender, race, culture and place, offering true expressions of their experiences in this world.

Storytellers

Meet artists who use narrative to communicate personal and universal truths. Featuring artist Nicholas Galanin, Julie Sc

Democracy

In the galleries and halls of our treasured institutions; in the hands of Native American, African American, and Veteran

Harmony

Bridging the art forms of music and craft, and celebrating the joy of music and the creation of handcrafted instruments.

Jewelry

Explore the history, artistry, and impact of personal adornment. Featuring: classic jeweler Tom Herman; Harriete Estel B

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Science

SCIENCE investigates the unexpected intersection between art and the sciences, spanning technology, engineering, biology

Collectors

COLLECTORS reveals the essential role that craft appreciators play in the community, examining how collectors affirm and

East

EAST explores the intersection of history, culture and contemporary craft in the eastern region of the US. As a nation o

West

WEST celebrates the continuum of heritage and the handmade, taking inspiration from the landscape, history and culture o