Maine Crafts Association Programs
The Maine Crafts Association offers workshops, events and programs designed to enhance appreciation of fine crafts, connect artists with one another and to support the advancement of individual artists’ studio and business practices.
MCA Weekend Workshop @ Haystack Mountain School of Crafts
An immersive 3 ½ – day retreat offering hands-on workshops at Haystack Mountain School of Crafts, fostering creativity, skill development, and community among artists and makers. 
Craft Apprentice Program
A seven-month, paid apprenticeship program pairing emerging craft artists with professional mentors to advance their skills and careers through intensive, one-on-one learning.
Pollinators Mentorship Program
A mentorship initiative connecting craft artists with industry professionals to cultivate new ideas, collaborations, and opportunities for growth.
Craft Content Project
A digital marketing program providing Maine craft artists with customized content creation and promotional tools to enhance their online presence and reach.
Craft Classifieds
An online marketplace and resource hub for the craft community to buy, sell, and exchange tools, materials, studio space, and opportunities.
Maine Craft Artist Award
An annual award recognizing outstanding Maine artists for their excellence, contributions, and dedication to the craft field.
Cooperative Advertising Program
An advertising initiative offering affordable, collaborative marketing opportunities to increase visibility for Maine craft artists and their work.
Maine Craft Weekend
A statewide celebration of craft, featuring open studios, demonstrations, exhibitions, and performances, connecting artists with the public.
STITCH: Runway Show + Style Market
An annual fundraiser showcasing Maine-based designers through a runway show and marketplace, celebrating the intersection of sustainable fashion and craft. Proceeds support the programs and initiatives of the Maine Crafts Association.
Educational Workshops
A series of workshops providing professional development and hands-on skill-building opportunities for craft artists and enthusiasts at all levels.
Fine Craft Exhibitions
Curated exhibitions highlighting the exceptional work of Maine craft artists, offering inspiration and recognition to both makers and admirers.
Shop Maine Craft Programs
Shop Maine Craft (SMC) is the retail subsidiary of Maine Crafts Association. It strengthens Maine’s creative economy by creating income opportunities for craft artists through gallery sales, craft shows, marketing & events.
For more details, visit shopmainecraft.com
Center for Maine Craft
Established in 2008, the Center is a year-round retail outlet for Maine artists to exhibit and sell their work. Representing 300+ MCA members, the gallery showcases Maine’s legacy of creativity and craftsmanship through a broad spectrum of media, technique, and creative design.
Webshop
An online marketplace featuring curated collections of handcrafted works by MCA members, sourced from the Center for Maine Craft.
Guild Fine Craft Shows
Premier multi-day craft events in Brunswick and Mount Desert Island featuring the exceptional work of juried Guild-level MCA members and guest artists.
Portland Fine Craft Show
An annual single-day outdoor event in downtown Portland celebrating the contemporary craft of 120+ exhibitors from Maine and the northeast.
Found Object: Seconds & Supply Market
A unique marketplace offering discounted seconds, supplies, and surplus materials from Maine artists and craft businesses, perfect for treasure hunters and fellow makers.