Smithsonian Craft Show
Smithsonian Main LogoSmithsonian main website. # Plan Your Visit. Close up of a womens woven jacket. The show is at the National Building Museum, located at 401 F Street Northwest, Washington DC 20001. On-street parking can be a challenge downtown on workdays, but there are garages nearby, and there is plenty of public transportation available. Metro: The Museum is located across the street from the Judiciary Square (Red Line) station F Street entrance. Alternatively, you can take the Yellow/Green/Red lines to the Gallery Place-Chinatown station and walk two blocks east to the Museum. Metrobus: Three Metrobus routes have stops near the Museum: D6, 80, and X2. Capital Bikeshare: The closest bike stations are located at 5th and F Streets NW; 7th and F Streets NW; and 4th and D Streets NW. See the show times and events here.
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The 2026 Smithsonian Craft Show is a premier event that celebrates American artistry and skill of artisans from all corners of the country. Preview night events are the single biggest contributor to the Smithsonian Women’s Committee’s ability to award grants to the Smithsonian for research, education, and exhibition projects. - 5:00 p.m, April 26: 10:00 a.m. WHERE: National Building Museum, 401 F St NW, Washington, DC 20001. WHEN: Wednesday, 4:45 p.m. WHAT: The Smithsonian Visionary Award will be presented to ceramic artist Wayne Higby, and the Smithsonian Women's Committee Delphi Award will be presented to ceramic artist Cristina Córdova, following a sparkling wine and hors d’oeuvres reception. Includes access to both events - the Visionary Artist Reception and Award Presentations and the Preview Night Benefit Party. WHEN: Friday, April 24, 1:00 p.m. WHERE: National Building Museum, 401 F St NW, Washington, DC 20001. A highlight of the 2026 Craft Show will be the presentation of the Smithsonian Visionary Award to ceramic artist, Wayne Higby.