Description

National Craft Open Studios Weekend is a first-of-its-kind, nationwide celebration that invites the public into the creative spaces of craft artists across the country. This two-day event will offer guests a rare glimpse into the processes, tools and inspiration that shape how handmade works are made, and provide artists critical support in their sales season.
 
On Cape Ann, there are four local artisans who will participate – potters Anni Melancon-Hughes, Dogtown Studio Pottery and Nina Goodick, Annisquam River Pottery (Gloucester) and re-cycled glass artist John Bassett (Rockport) and Jacqueline Ganim-DeFalco, Cape Ann Designs (Gloucester) who works in sea glass.  All of these makers have been or are currently part of the Cape Ann Artisans.   Here on Cape Ann, all artists will be open 12-5 except Ganim-DeFalco’s Cape Ann Designs studio which will be open 1-6PM.
 
For those interested in attending on Cape Ann or throughout the Boston area, there is a map on the ACC website will direct visitors to the open studios.
 
National Craft Open Studios Weekend is presented by the American Craft Council and launches as part of Craft in America’s Handwork: Celebrating American Craft 2026.
 
About the American Craft Council:
 
The American Craft Council (ACC) is a national nonprofit fostering connection through the handmade. Building upon an 80+ year legacy of tradition and innovation as a membership-based nonprofit, ACC leverages the transformative possibilities of craft through storytelling, resources for artists and appreciators, and events. In partnership with organizations across the country, we mobilize our diverse craft ecosystem to create a world where objects matter, makers thrive, and craft connects.