Local Artisans Showcase Handmade Crafts at Baltimore Show This Weekend

American Craft Made Baltimore event features unique pieces from glass, metal, wood and more

Published on Feb. 21, 2026

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The American Craft Made Baltimore show is taking place this weekend, bringing together local and regional artisans working with a variety of materials to create one-of-a-kind functional and decorative crafts. The event offers visitors the chance to discover unique handmade pieces and learn directly from the skilled craftspeople.

Why it matters

The American Craft Made Baltimore show highlights the vibrant local arts and crafts community in the region, showcasing the dedication and expertise of artisans who have made their craft a lifelong passion. The event provides an opportunity for the public to engage directly with these skilled makers and appreciate the time and effort that goes into creating high-quality handmade goods.

The details

The American Craft Made Baltimore show features a diverse collection of artisans working with materials like glass, metal, wood and more. Visitors can browse and purchase unique functional and decorative crafts, while also getting hands-on experience learning techniques directly from the artists. The event includes local representation, with makers from throughout Maryland displaying their work.

  • The show runs on Saturday, February 21, 2026 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
  • The show continues on Sunday, February 22, 2026 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The players

Salem Grimes

A visitor who traveled from North Carolina with her husband Ben to find something special at the show.

Dr. Andrew Welton

A blacksmith educator whose journey into metalworking began with an interest in medieval history and rusty knives in museums.

Andrea Specht

The executive director of the American Craft Council, which organizes the event.

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What they’re saying

“Everyone here has just such a unique style. And to be able to come here and to see so many artists in one place is just such a wonderful experience.”

— Salem Grimes (wmar2news.com)

“I was studying medieval history, reading JRR Tolkein, I went to grad school for it and I started looking at rusty knives in museums.”

— Dr. Andrew Welton, Blacksmith Educator (wmar2news.com)

“As you're choosing a good knife you want to look for a blade that has a fine apex behind the cutting edge.”

— Dr. Andrew Welton, Blacksmith Educator (wmar2news.com)

“We have in this event people who really have dedicated their lives to learning about their craft. Really making the best work that they can. And they've put a lot of time effort and study into that.”

— Andrea Specht, Executive Director, American Craft Council (wmar2news.com)

“We've just been here for maybe an hour and I'm blown away.”

— Visitor (wmar2news.com)

The takeaway

The American Craft Made Baltimore show highlights the vibrant local arts and crafts community, showcasing the dedication and expertise of artisans who have made their craft a lifelong passion. The event provides an opportunity for the public to engage directly with these skilled makers and appreciate the time and effort that goes into creating high-quality handmade goods.