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Reflections on the 2024 Craft Education Internship

Posted November 7, 2024
by Lauren Dahl, Gracee Hurley-Brown, Julia Nellessen, and Phil Stephens

What makes the North House community special? After 10 months spent at the folk school, the 2024 interns reflected on their experience: from Lake Superior swims to the kindness of the craft community. 

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2024 Arctic Film Festival

Posted November 1, 2024

The 2024 Arctic Film Festival lineup is here! Join us November 22-24 for over a dozen films that share some of the incredible stories of the North. 

Featured Speaker Niilá Omma

Posted October 25, 2024

We're thrilled to welcome Niilá Omma as our Winterers' Gathering featured speaker! Niilá is a duojár, a traditional Sámi craftsman, from Skelefteå, Sweden. Join Niilá on November 23 for his talk at Winterers' Gathering. 

New Online Store

Posted October 23, 2024

Our School Store is here to support your craft journey! Explore our new online store and find your favorite craft books, tools, handmade items, and more. 

So, What’s Your Story, Then?

Posted October 22, 2024
by Cooper Ternes

Craft has a way of connecting us to where we've been and where we want to go. In his first blog post, Cooper Ternes shares his story of living as a craftsperson and community member in Grand Marais. 

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Autumn at North House

Posted October 21, 2024

After a busy summer, fall brings an invitation to slow down, gather, and revisit some forgotten craft projects. Read on to learn how you can connect with craft this fall at North House. 

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Meet Gabe Strand

Posted October 15, 2024
by Gabe Strand

Meet Gabe, one of our new Resident Artisans in the Artisan Development Program! In his first post, Gabe writes about teaching a chairmaking class and the cooperative support in folk school learning. 

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October Hard Hat Tour Update

Posted October 14, 2024
by Greg Wright

Our new Welcome Center is already making an impact. Join Director Greg Wright for his latest video update, including the Framing the Future finish line and when you can explore the new spaces. 

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CERF+ Fundraiser

Posted October 11, 2024

We're offering limited-release t-shirts as a fundraiser for artisans affected by Hurricane Helene. 100% of proceeds will go to CERF+, providing disaster relief for craft artists. Learn more and pre-order your t-shirt here

Meet Ty Sheaffer

Posted October 8, 2024
by Ty Sheaffer

Basketmaking starts in the forest.  In their introductory blog post, Resident Artisan Ty Sheaffer writes about the slow and intentional process of weaving a basket from natural materials. 

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