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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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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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Unrestricted grants of up to $10,000 are available through Phase 2 of the Craft Futures Fund

The inaugural event on October 18 features Tan France and other luminaries in a wholly new benefit model, supported by national watch parties

Max Adrian’s playful interrogations of queer identity explore infrastructure, surveillance, and desire

The Center for Craft received a $5.7 million gift from the Windgate Charitable Foundation of Little Rock, Arkansas to endow the Center’s longstanding fellowship programs. Named after celebrated wood sculptor Stoney Lamar, the Stoney Lamar Craft Endowment Fund supports the perpetual offering of fellowships to emerging artists and curators.

Asheville Citizen-TImes
The gallery will support emerging makers and foster talent with the help of local donors.

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