Who we are
CraftNOW Philadelphia
CraftNOW Philadelphia unites the leading institutions, artists and patrons of Philadelphia’s craft community to celebrate the city’s rich legacy, its internationally-recognized contemporary scene, and its important role as an incubator for arts based in wood, clay, fiber, metal and glass.
News & Events
CraftNOW's 2020 Fundraiser
This special auction and live program bring together exceptional talent from Philadelphia’s craft community. The auction will close at 9 p.m. EST on November 14 following our live program, which begins at 7 p.m. EST.
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CraftMONTH
CraftNOW activates the city in conjunction with the Philadelphia Museum of Art Contemporary Craft Show throughout the month of November. In 2020, CraftNOW presents the theme Cultures of Making to visitors as a means of discovering the unique communities throughout Philadelphia.
In the Spotlight
PMA Craft Show
Experience craft and design by 195 of the best artists in the United States with even more international guest artists, November 6 – 8, 2020
Craft Capital Book
Order a copy of Craft Capital: Philadelphia’s Cultures of Making edited by Glenn Adamson and photography by Jessica Kourkounis
COVID-19 Resources
CraftNOW has compiled a list of resources that range from financial help for artists to small business guidance and support for nonprofits
CraftNOW Philadelphia is made possible through a collaborative partnership
with The University of the Arts serving as our fiscal agent.
CraftNOW 2020 Sponsors
Founding Supporters





