October 2, 2026-November 28, 2026

For 17 years, the Master Artist Apprentice Program (MAAP) has strengthened Tennessee’s craft community by bringing together master craft artists and emerging makers in a powerful and personal exchange of knowledge, skill, and creative vision. A cooperative partnership between the Tennessee Arts Commission and Tennessee Craft, MAAP recognizes the enduring importance of the master-apprentice relationship as a vital way to preserve Tennessee’s cultural heritage while inspiring the next generation of craft artists. More.