Imperfections: What Museum Pieces Have Taught Me About Letting Go
Is craftsmanship about the pursuit of perfection? After a transformative visit to see some historic garments, Caroline Feyling writes about embracing the beauty of imperfection in handcraft.
North House Welcomes Visiting Indian Traditional Craft Artisans
On July 27, North House is welcoming four internationally acclaimed craft artisans from India. Read on to learn more about the delegation's visit, including when you can meet them and see their work.
Boreal Ornament V: First Solo Exhibit at Vesterheim
Tara Austin has her first solo show at Vesterheim! In this blog post she writes about Boreal Ornament V, her exhibit that's on display now through September 22, 2024.
Carbon Sink Crafting: Felting as Environmental Action
Like other art forms, craft can be a powerful way to raise awareness for important issues. In this blog post, intern Lauren Dahl writes about the Boundary Waters and felting as environmental action.
Request 2025 Catalog
Our Winter 2025 catalog is coming out in mid-August, with Registration Day on August 29! Not on our mailing list yet? Sign up here by July 31 to get the new catalog delivered to your mailbox.
Unplugged 2024
Unplugged is North House's biggest party of the year, and you're invited! Join use September 19-21 for music, craft, and celebration on the harbor. Learn more and get your tickets here.
ADP Open House 2024
Meet our Resident Artisans! Come to the ADP Open Studio on Sunday, July 14 from noon-4pm to meet the artisans from Cohort VII and see their work from their residency. Learn more here.
2024 Summer Solstice and Wooden Boat Festival
Thank you to everyone who came to the Summer Solstice and Wooden Boat Festival! It was a wonderful weekend filled with creativity, craft, and community. Check out some of the photos from this year's event.
2024 Summer Breads Program
Bake fresh bread in our wood-fired oven! Our summer breads program has started for the season, with 2-hour mini courses happening most Thursdays. Learn more and book your session here.
Rosemaled Range Hood
Craft adds unique and personal touches to the home. Using a technique she observed in Sweden, Resident Artisan Tara Austin took on a new project: rosemaling a range hood.