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Craft-itarianism: Community Action Through Craft

February 27 @ 10:00 am - September 26 @ 6:00 pm

Free

The word craft-itarianism was coined by 2026 Center for Craft Curatorial Fellow Alyssa Velazquez to name artistic projects that generate employment, raise awareness, or offer therapeutic support through craft. These programs provide a space where people affected by addiction, incarceration, and gun violence can find solidarity while learning a skill.

Craft-itarianism: Community Action Through Craft celebrates nonprofits and artists who believe in—and actively practice—the power of craft to support and empower individuals and communities.

This exhibition was curated by 2026 Center for Craft Curatorial Fellow Alyssa Velazquez. Launched in 2017, the Curatorial Fellowship supports emerging curators exploring new ideas about craft with mentorship, professional development, and a $5,000 honorarium to realize an exhibition.

On view February 27, 2026–September 27, 2026

Details

Start:
February 27 @ 10:00 am
End:
September 26 @ 6:00 pm
Cost:
Free
Website:
https://www.centerforcraft.org/exhibition/craft-itarianism-community-action-through-craft

Organizer

Center for Craft
Phone
(828) 785-1357
Email
info@craftcreativitydesign.org
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Venue

Center for Craft 67 Broadway St, Asheville, NC 28801
67 Broadway St
Asheville, 28801
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Phone
828 785-1357
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