The annual contemporary crafts exhibition highlights the finest in contemporary crafts from around the country. Our annual exhibition has become a benchmark of innovation and quality produced within traditional craft forms such as ceramics, fibers, basketry, metals, wood, glass, jewelry, papermaking and book arts. Guest Juror for the 47th Annual Contemporary Crafts exhibition is Andres Payan Estrada.
The spring 2026 season is presented as part of Craft in America’s national “Handwork: Celebrating American Craft 2026” initiative, a year-long Semiquincentennial collaboration highlighting the importance of handmade work throughout American history and in contemporary life. Mesa Contemporary Arts Museum has dedicated its entire spring season to craft, elevating compelling stories and underrepresented artists and traditions. Visitors can also experience a special February event with artist-in-residence Ehren Tool at the One East Pop-Up, located across from the museum.
