is dedicated to preserving and promoting crafts and craftsmanship through education.
About EFC Our HistoryBuying our handcrafted items helps support local area artists and our education program
Our Artisans Shop Onlineoffers a variety of classes and workshops taught by working craftspeople.
Our Teachers Current Classesis committed to keeping handcrafted art a visible and vital part of our community.
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April Feature:
Peggy Thrasher
Peggy Thrasher’s baskets are a celebration of the beauty of mathematics in the physical world. Creating each piece with a triaxial weave that utilizes three directions of weaving instead of the typical two, Peggy's baskets are truly unique!
Second Fridays:
Starting in May!
Come to Exeter the 2nd Friday of every month and experience the beauty and charm of our community! Starting in May we'll offer events with lots of art, a few treats, and some fabulous demonstrations provided by our talented craftspeople!
Special Collaboration:
Mary Ann Esposito and Czar's Brewery
Demo Date: TBD
Be on the lookout for a special collaboration with our Gallery, Mary Ann Esposito of Ciao Italia and Czars Brewery. More information to come soon, sign up for our newsletter and be in the know!
October Feature:
David Ernster
Making equisite wood fired pottery, David has spent his life working with his hands. "There is something spiritual and precious about making handmade objects. They connect us to the past, the tradition, passion, and skills of the maker. A juried member of the League of NH Craftsmen, David's work reflects his reverance for the medium.
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March Feature:
Matt Brown
Artist Demo Date: March 30th from 1 — 3 p.m.
Creating colorful woodblock prints made without a press, Matt's printing approach follows the traditional 18th century Japanese moku hanga method of woodblock printing that involves mixing pigment and rice paste. It is truly a sight to behold!
Our purpose is to preserve and promote handcrafted arts and craftspeople in northern New England so they continue to be a visible, vital and cherished part of our cultural heritage. By providing both an educational and a retail environment, we expand public awareness and understanding of craft traditions and innovations, and increase public and private support for fine crafts and craftspeople.
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Sun 12 - 4
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