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October 15, 2025
Two major craft organizations make a landmark transfer to foster the preservation of craft history
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The Center's past grant & fellowship recipients are conducting, participating in, and organizing virtual events. We've gathered them here.
"Do what you want to do right now -- don't wait for someone to hold your hand. The universe is a magical place. You will always be taken care of."
Most Recent PRESS RELEASES
Since 2005, the Center for Craft has supported 223 projects in 39 states, Puerto Rico, and the District of Columbia by distributing over $1,800,000 through the Craft Research Fund grant program.
A new plan further activates craft’s potential by focusing on communities.
ᏔᎷᏣ The Basket recenters Cherokee cultural expression in downtown Asheville
Center for Craft and the University of North Carolina Asheville launch new regional grant program to consider craft’s role in healthy communities.
Center for Craft’s immersive art installation asks: What will Appalachia be in a post-major event future?
Graphics by Elephant in the Room
Twenty-one artists have received $10,000 and supportive connections.
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