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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 for Craft is hiring a part-time seasonal Visitor Services Associate to support daily operations and the visitor experience

The Center for Craft is hiring a full-time Head of Archives and Special Collections to lead the establishment and day-to-day management of the Community Craft Library & Archives

Jason’s work, commitment, and career success demonstrate the power of investing in emerging artists through impactful programs like the Windgate-Lamar Fellowship.
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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

The Windgate Museum Internship program provides $5,000 stipends to undergraduate or graduate students who work under the direction of curators or directors. Five host institutions are seeking interns this year.

The Center selects three curatorial teams to fully develop and mount their proposed exhibition in the Center’s gallery, located in Asheville, North Carolina.

Courtesy of Reggie Tidwell
"Creativity is at the foundation of what I do professionally and personally. It's a necessary outlet for me."

Lissa Shairer, picturing Harrington (left), LeRoy Grafe, picturing Luger (right).
The Center for Craft is thrilled to announce two inaugural awardees for the 2020 Craft Research Fund Artist Fellowship: BA Harrington and Cannupa Hanska Luger.