November is CraftMONTH
CraftNOW activates the city the days and weeks surrounding the Philadelphia Museum of Art Contemporary Craft Show with the City of Philadelphia’s Art in City Hall and Creative Philadelphia and the Mayor’s office having issued proclamations naming November CraftMONTH.
November Exhibitions
Exhibition spaces throughout Philadelphia present the most honored and innovative artists working today in wood, clay, fiber, metal, and glass.
CraftNOW Create
Saturday, November 1st, 2025
Craft steps out of the studio and into the heart of Philadelphia with demonstrations and hands-on exploration. Join us Saturday, November 1st when we take over Smith Memorial Playground with free activities.
PMA Craft Show Preview Event
Thursday, November 6th, 2025
Subscribe to the Philadelphia Museum of Art Contemporary Craft Show’s Preview and be among the first to see the artists and purchase their unique works.
First Fridays
Friday, November 7th, 2025
From Old City to Fishtown to Fairmount, First Friday events in Philly’s different arts corridors draw curious crowds eager to explore participating galleries, studios, shops, bars and restaurants.
Traveling Tapestry Workshop
Friday, November 7th, 2025
Moki Cherry lived a nomadic life, traveling with her family between Sweden, London and New York and even around the globe. She always brought her fabric and sewing machine with her, creating portable artwork that could roll up and travel wherever they went. Learn to create your own on-the-go art in the form of a colorful, patchwork tapestry.
PMA Craft Show
Novermber 7-November 9th, 2025
The 2025 Show will welcome a total of 195 talented artists representing 13 diverse categories of craft and design. The Show’s sole beneficiary is the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Intention Symposium
Friday, November 14th, 2025
In 2025, the theme of Intention explores the conscious choices behind artistic creation, asking why we make art and how meaning is shaped through materials and processes. Every decision in art—whether in concept, medium, or execution—reflects the maker’s values, experiences, and desires. This theme invites artists, designers, and craftspeople to examine the motivations behind their work, encouraging a more purposeful and aware approach to creation. Intention also emphasizes care in the act of making, including the preservation of materials, traditions, and cultural heritage, and the role of craft in healing and restoration.
Miracle on American Street
Saturday, November 22nd, 2025
Mark your calendars! The 5th Annual Miracle on American Street Holiday Gift Market, bigger and better than ever, is coming to NextFab on Saturday, November 22nd from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm. Shop from over 80+ local vendors, with festive fun for all ages! Find handmade, unique, and creative gifts for everyone on your list from a dazzling array of everything from jewelry and clothing to home décor and delicious treats. It’s the perfect opportunity to sip and shop while supporting talented artisans in our own community.
Craft Forms
December 7, 2025 – January 24, 2026
CraftForms 2025, 30th International Juried Exhibition of Contemporary Craft will featuring nearly 100 contemporary works in ceramics, wood, fiber, metal, glass, basketry, paper wearable art, mixed media, CAD/CAM technologies and 3D printing tools from around the world.