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61 Years of bringing the art of hand to Tennessee
We Are Grateful For Your Support
This past year Tennessee Association of Craft Artists (DBA Tennessee Craft) has been fortunate to have new and continual arts collaborations, partnerships, returning and emerging fine craft artists and arts enthusiasts, strengthening the craft state-wide network.
We need your help! Today we face rising costs, and we are experiencing an evolving arts ecosystem with reduced funding. We reach out with appreciation for your support to ensure Tennessee Craft continues, since 1965. Your gift will inspire, connect, champion, keep and support programming to advance and celebrate craft art throughout the state.
Your Gift to Tennessee Craft will Make a Vital Sustainable Difference to the Cultural Life of our Community and preserve our state’s craft legacy.
As we reflect on 2025 and welcome 2026 – A TIME OF GRATITUDE and GROWTH, we continue to serve as a gateway to Tennessee’s vibrant craft arts culture and are grateful for your investment.
We look forward to continuing together to keep fine craft in Tennessee:
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- Arts education in primarily underserved, distressed Tennessee county schools to our next generation of artists, and in higher-ed college art programs widening their knowledge of professional options as they prepare for life after graduation. Connecting successful professional artists to students
- Accessible workshops featuring and funding artist presenters including a Lunch & Learn “Crafting Your Professional Tool-Kit” sessions, beginning in November
- Scholarship, apprenticeship and mentorship opportunities
- 2026 art fairs: May 1-3 celebrating our 55th Annual Spring Tennessee Craft Fair and 48th Annual Fall October 10-12 the 48th Annual Fall Tennessee Fair in beautiful Centennial Park, Nashville
- Best of Tennessee Craft biennial exhibition fall of October – December 2026 at the galleries of the University of Memphis
- Expansion of exhibition opportunities for the artists and the public, partnering with venues throughout the state
- Seven regional chapters hosting events and opportunities across Tennessee, year-round, and monthly member chapter chat sessions with our Board President and Programs Director
- Collaborations and artist peer networking – artist to artist connections, art and artists to the public, and art and artists to art collectors and fine craft art enthusiasts
- Advocacy and engagement with cultural partners and our state and local leaders
- Legacy and emerging mentoring opportunities and new 2026 accessible programming platforms to foster environments where artist skills and talents can sustain their livelihoods
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We thank you and appreciate your tax-deductible support to Tennessee Craft and investing in elevating, engaging and enriching,
Sue Mulcahy, Governing Board President
Kim M. Waag, Executive Director
You may choose to make your gift in honor or memory of a loved one by selecting “Dedicate This Gift.” You may choose to make a one-time or monthly gift.
2023-2024 Annual Report
Donate to Fair Awards
Join us in recognizing the skilled work of talented artists and helping build their résumés by donating to our Fair Awards Fund. 100% of these specially designated gifts provide direct support to artists. These gifts will be compiled and distributed in the form of Best of Show, Second Place, Third Place, Pat Moody Best of Tennessee and Best New Exhibitor awards (ranging from $150 – $1,000) at our upcoming Craft Fair. Increased donations will provide more awards for exhibitors in the Tennessee Craft Fairs.
Donate to Craft Emergency Relief Fund (CERF+)
CERF+’s mission is to serve artists who work in craft disciplines by providing a safety net to support strong and sustainable careers. CERF+’s core services are our education programs, resources on readiness, response and recovery, advocacy, network building, and emergency relief assistance. All donations to CERF+ via Tennessee Craft will go directly to CERF+, with priority to support craft artists in need in Tennessee.
Other ways to give:
By mail: Tennessee Craft, PO Box 120066, Nashville, TN 37212
Over the phone: (727) 736-7600
Email: Kim Waag, Executive Director
Feel Confident in Your Contribution. Tennessee Craft and those we serve are grateful for your investment in upholding Tennessee’s legacy of fine craft art and creativity.
Tennessee Craft is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization working to continue and create Tennessee’s fine craft tradition since 1965. With the help of our talented members, supportive donors, committed sponsors, and selfless volunteers we continually work to connect artists with the resources they need to grow in their careers—presenting the public with extraordinary, one-of-a-kind works.
