CRAFT EXPO 2027
Application Deadline: November 2, 2026
Late Deadline: November 11, 2026
Craft Expo 2027 will be held July 16-18 on the Guilford Green. If you are interested in applying to participate in Craft Expo 2027 as an exhibiting artist, you need to submit your application to Artrider by November 2. Artrider is our event production partner agency and handles the artist application and selection process. For more information about what is involved in the process and to apply, go to the Artrider website. Do not apply directly to Guilford Art Center.
HOLIDAY EXPO 2026
Guilford Art Center invites artists and makers to apply for Holiday Expo 2026, our annual holiday shopping event featuring a diverse selection of original, handcrafted work. We welcome submissions in a wide range of craft media, including ceramics, woodworking, glass, jewelry, metalwork, stationery, leather, personal care, candles, home goods, textiles, fiber arts, and more.
CLICK HERE for more information and how to apply.
CERAMICS RESIDENCY PROGRAM
Guilford Art Center supports a ceramics residency program for emerging artists. The residency is one year long, beginning September. The position will provide opportunities, in the form of working time and space, for artists to develop their own ceramic art while contributing to the workings of a communal pottery studio in an educational environment. Click here for more information.
THE SHOP AT GUILFORD ART CENTER
Since 1967, THE SHOP @ Guilford Art Center has been known as the premier place to buy American contemporary fi-ne craft and art along the CT shoreline. We are open 7 days a week for in-person shopping. Our customers are loyal and appreciate the uniqueness and fine quality of handcrafted works.
Click here to download an application to show your work at THE SHOP.
TEACHING POSITIONS
Teaching positions are available for semester long classes and weekend workshops. Consideration is given to those with prior teaching experience and to curriculum that complements the programs at the Center. If you are interested in joining the faculty of the Guilford Art Center, please submit a cover letter and resume to: Executive Director, Guilford Art Center, 411 Church Street, Guilford, CT 06437. For more information, please contact us.