The American Craft Council Show Returns To Baltimore

Furniture World News Desk on 11/23/2015

The American Craft Council Retail Show reported that it is returning to the Baltimore Convention Center, February 19-21, 2016, and will feature more than 650 of the country’s top contemporary craft artists presenting their latest handmade creations in jewelry, clothing, furniture and home décor. The Retail Show runs for three days with a special $5 ticket price Friday evening after 5pm. This year, show-goers will enjoy the return of Make Room, Modern Design Meets Craft, Hip Pop and Let’s Make programs, along with a new on-site exhibition: Style Slam.

Hip Pop is an emerging artists program that will highlight the creative works of talented artists who are new to the show scene. Participating artists, who will be selected through a jurying process, will be grouped into pods where each artist will receive a display space. This community-based structure will provide a supportive atmosphere for the best and brightest emerging talents to interact with each other, as well as seasoned artists and show-goers, all while having the chance to show off their crafts and skills.

Let’s Make is an initiative that connects craftsmanship to craft by honing in on the actual process of bringing a conceptualized idea of craft to life. During the show, a variety of artisans will provide interactive demonstrations at “Inspiration Stations,” where show-goers will have the chance to participate in the actual process of creating a piece of artwork.

Style Slam is a new program designed to pair professional stylists with the talented network of ACC fashion wearable, accessory and jewelry artists to demonstrate how the statement pieces ACC is known for are the perfect fit for any fashion conscious wardrobe.

Make Room: Modern Design Meets Craft is returning for its fourth year, with this year’s theme being “4 Directions.” This home décor exhibition, which puts craft into context by featuring room vignettes created by designers who have been inspired by objects of fine craft, will feature pieces that visually communicate the essence of style in the North, South, East or West.

With a variety of specialty categories, the American Craft Council Show in Baltimore offers something for everyone. Shoppers will experience the work of hundreds of the country’s most talented craft makers under one roof, while exploring the process each artist uses to create his or her work. Don’t miss this opportunity to shop one-of-a-kind, fine-quality crafts while engaging with the country’s most talented craft makers.

WHAT:
The American Craft Council Show in Baltimore

WHEN:
Friday, February 19, 2016 from 10am – 8pm
Saturday, February 20, 2016 from 10am – 6pm
Sunday, February 21, 2016 from 11am – 5pm

WHERE:
The Baltimore Convention Center
One West Pratt Street
Baltimore, MD 21201

TICKETS:
On-site Admission
$16 for a one-day pass
$36 for a three-day pass

Guests can save time by purchasing your tickets online at www.craftcouncil.org/baltimore. Online tickets can be printed and brought right to the door!

Advance Tickets
$14 for a one-day pass
$34 for a three-day pass

$5 after 5pm Friday night on-site purchases only!

Entry for children 12 and under and American Craft Council members is FREE.

INFO:
For more information about the American Craft Council Show in Baltimore, please visit www.craftcouncil.org/baltimore.

ABOUT THE AMERICAN CRAFT COUNCIL: No one understands the world of artful living better than the American Craft Council. The national nonprofit educational organization has been shaping the artisanal craft movement for decades, serving as a craft chronicler, tastemaker, convener and provocateur through its bimonthly magazine American Craft, annual juried shows presenting artists and their work, thought leadership conferences, awards for excellence, research library, workshops and seminars. For additional information visit craftcouncil.org or follow us on Facebook at facebook.com/CraftCouncil and on Twitter at twitter.com/craftcouncil.