The Workhouse Arts Center, a historic landmark transformed into a thriving hub for contemporary art and craft. We invite viewers to explore our dynamic campus, where the “handwork” of 2026 comes alive through professional artist studios, immersive exhibitions, and hands-on art and craft education programs.

From intricate technical demonstrations to the broad variety of our public attractions, our mission is to foster a diverse and accessible community for the arts in America.

In this short video, Hannah and Alana of Nicholson van Altena Glass create a California Poppy Vessel from their Cactus Vessel Series. During the video, Alana explains how the women began their journey in glass and what they hope to achieve with their artwork.

Nest is a nonprofit that understands the importance of handcraft and the meaning it can hold for every life it touches. By uplifting and investing in diverse artisans, their stories, and their handcraft, Nest creates ripples of impact that ensure the world is not only more beautiful, but more equitable and sustainable too.

Informed by artisan and maker perspectives, Nest’s programs are thoughtfully designed to prepare creative entrepreneurs with the training, resources, and opportunities they need to grow and sustain their businesses. And, the best part is – all are provided at no cost for makers and artisans ensuring accessibility, equitable, and sustainable access!

Visit buildanest.org to learn more!

Explore the handmade and embrace your inner maker with hands-on workshops, meet-ups, and lectures on the past, present, and future of Nordic handcraft at the American Swedish Institute.

These programs invite makers of all backgrounds to build community, practice folk arts, and share innovative and creative approaches to woodcarving, basketry, textiles, and more, inspired by the Swedish tradition of slöjd.

Learn more about the art of grannlåtsbroderi, a traditional Swedish embroidery technique that translates to “finery embroidery,” with visiting instructor Emma Ewadotter.

Hear Emma’s inspiration behind her art, how it connects to her Swedish heritage, and the importance of playfulness in the process of creating art.

“I incorporate everything that glitters and shimmers into my embroidery because life is too dull without it.”
— Emma Ewadotter

M&S Schmalberg Flowers

A glimpse into the handmade process at M&S Schmalberg, the last remaining fabric flower factory in the United States. Starting with a simple piece of fabric, the video follows the transformation through vintage die cutting, embossing, and hand assembly, ending with a finished flower made entirely by hand in New York City.

Whether you’re drawn to history, design, food, language, or simply a beautiful place to spend an afternoon, the American Swedish Institute in Minneapolis has something for you. Explore the stunning Turnblad Mansion, one of the most remarkable historic homes in the Midwest. Wander through world-class Nordic design exhibitions. Savor Scandinavian-inspired dishes at our café. Browse unique gifts and books in the shop. Join a class, attend a festival, or simply soak in the architecture.

ASI is a gathering place for curious minds, culture lovers, families, and anyone eager to explore the connections between Scandinavian heritage and the world we share today. Open to all — members and first-time visitors alike.

Come see what’s waiting for you.

Baltimore Clayworks is a community-centered ceramics institution in the Mt. Washington neighborhood of Baltimore, Maryland. Our organization was founded by nine artists in 1980 and in 1984 received its nonprofit 501(c)3 status.

We are known for our attentiveness to our city, and possess a national and international reputation for artistic excellence, artists’ support, and community involvement. We envision a welcoming and creative community where all people can access and experience joy through clay.

Our mission is to develop, sustain, and promote an artist-centered community that provides outstanding educational, artistic, and collaborative programs in the ceramic arts. Its core values are artist-centeredness, excellence, inclusivity, integrity, and joy.

Lowell’s Boat Shop builds and restores wooden boats for clients as we’ve done since 1793, but we also teach a variety of classes to welcome both beginners and experienced woodworkers who want to hone their skills. The week-long class for adults featured in this video is “Building the Peapod Dory“, and we look to give each student the opportunity to put their hand in every step of the building process as the boat comes together.

Other classes we’ve had in the recent past include make-your-own charcuterie board, building a toolbox, basic navigation on the water, and building a kid-sized rocking boat (similar to a rocking horse).