MISSION: The Maine Crafts Association supports craft artists by providing educational, marketing and retail opportunities.
VISION: The Maine Crafts Association acts to strengthen individual craft artists, Maine communities, local economies, and the visitor experience by making Maine a national crafts destination.
MCA programming and events build community and enrich the lives of Mainers; this is achieved by connecting artists with the public, contributing to a creative and entrepreneurial Maine culture, and creating channels for artists to grow their business reach and increase their economic status. MCA has been steadfast in its advocacy for Maine craft artists and now provides professional support and opportunities for over 600 established and emerging artist members, as well as additional artists and outsiders who participate as non-members. MCA programs focus on providing opportunities in marketing and exhibitions, sales, business development, creative/artistic development, public education, peer networking and mentoring and professional branding. MCA’s reach and impact are enriched through varied and strong partnerships with institutions, businesses and organizations throughout Maine and nationally. MCA efforts directly and indirectly support small businesses owned by women, new Mainers, minorities, low income individuals, emerging artists and other artists representing various sub sections of the population.
MCA’s budget derives from a combination of retail sales, exhibition sales, memberships fees, individual and corporate contributions, grants and program fees.
Thank you to our generous artists and donors!
Lisa & Scott Cylinder, Marie Palluotto, Leslie Forsdick, Jennifer Connor, Albert L'Etoile, Patricia Pasteur, Cathy Bloom, Rhea Cotte Robbins, George Seeber, Ellen Wieske, Judy Tollefson, Meredith Mustard, Tamara Duff, Emil Chelate, Marian Baker, Diane Arcadipone, Lisa Gent, Anne Strout, Brooke Hoerner, Jennifer Armstrong, Kristine Biegel, Vicki Fox, Tracy Bradford, Karen Gola, Saralyn Morrison-Andrews, John Whipple, Tyler Gulden, Frank Ridley, Kristin Roy, Heather Harvey, Jim Crampton, Brian Buckland, Mark Bell, Siem vander Ven, Karen Gola, Carole Ann Fer
Thank you for your support!