The 33rd Annual American Craft Exposition

Showcasing the country’s finest handmade jewelry and art objects from world-renowned craftspeople, this prestigious exposition and sale of fine craft includes one-of-a-kind pieces, luxury collections and uniquely creative artwork. Presented by The Auxiliary of NorthShore University HealthSystem, more than 140 juried artists from across the United States will gather on Chicago’s magnificent North Shore to showcase jewelry, ceramics, metal, fashion wearables, glass, furniture, fiber decorative, leather, mixed media, basketry, paper and wood crafts. Three-day admission to ACE is $13 for Chicago Botanic Garden members and $15 for non-Chicago Botanic Garden members. A Benefit Preview Party will also be held on Thursday, September 14. Tickets are $175 in advance and $200 at the door. Proceeds from the American Craft Exposition will benefit pharmacogenomics and orthopaedic regenerative medicine research initiatives at NorthShore University HealthSystem.