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Who we are
CraftNOW Philadelphia
CraftNOW unites, celebrates, and supports the people, businesses, and institutions of the craft community of Philadelphia. Through education, curation and economic development, we work to continue Philadelphia’s vibrant history as a capital of craft- a place where craft is learned, created, seen, purchased, collected, and shared.
Partner Spotlight
ArtxStitch Concurrent Exhbitions
Opening July 3, Artxstitch Studio 03 is debuting a concurrent series of six exhibitions curated by lead artist Duwenavue Santé Johnson. This expansive project features everything from a two-year nationwide community stitching initiative to explorations of American founding design ahead of America 250. As a part of Cherry Street Pier’s Multi-Gallery Takeover, This experience offers an incredible story focused on lineage, identity, and memory.
Key highlights include:
* Wings and Water: The Space Between: A monumental installation featuring hand-stitched bandanas contributed by communities across America, born out of a six-month collaborative stitching partnership at the Free Library of Philadelphia.
* The Banner Project: Movements: Co-curated with Suzanna Urminska, this exhibition utilizes jewel-toned flag material to explore growth, migration, and our connection to local rivers.
* Esoteric America: Artist Hayato Matsushita investigates the symbolic, hidden codes of the American experiment through sacred geometry, Tarot, and Revolutionary-era flag iconography.
Visit https://www.cherrystreetpier.com/event/2026/02/wings-and-water-the-space-between/ for more information!
In The Spotlight
Artist and Makers - Glass
Our directory of local artists and makers illustrates why Philadelphia is a renowned urban center for contemporary craft. Shown in world class museums and found in grassroots movements, artisans are able to draw from a wealth of accessible resources in the city to establish and grow their businesses and creative practices. The medium we are currently highlighting is glass!
Museums, Galleries, Retail
This page serves as a curated guide to the city’s vibrant craft and art community, featuring a diverse network of museums, galleries, historic institutions, and independent shops dedicated to handmade and contemporary craft. The directory highlights spaces that showcase ceramics, textiles, glass, wood, metal, and more—connecting visitors to both long-established cultural landmarks and small locally owned businesses.
Explore Craft
We invite you to explore the many institutions and individuals that contribute to Philadelphia’s thriving contemporary scene
CraftNOW Sponsors
