By Karen House| April 2004
- 1: Introduction
- 2: Crafts in the Mountains
- 3: Crafts in the Piedmont
- 4: Crafts at the Coast
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From colorful blown glass and rich textiles to intricate decoy carving and artful baskets, North Carolina is known around the world for its high-quality crafts. The “Celebration of North Carolina Crafts,” as proclaimed by Gov. Michael F. Easley, showcases galleries, museums, art centers, schools, shops and individual artisans through a variety of events and exhibitions in 2004-2005.
The driving force behind the celebration is the North Carolina Craft Coalition. Its Web site, www.DiscoverCraftNC.org, points the way to workshops, museums and craft organizations across the state. Travelers in the mountains can also find studios, galleries and historic craft sites in the guidebook, “The Craft Heritage Trails of Western North Carolina,” published by Handmade in America. As you click through the following pages, remember to contact each organization directly for event updates.
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