Background

Incorporated in 1997, the Artisans Center of Virginia (ACV) was established to create and maintain a statewide center dedicated to the work of Virginia Artisans. Our mission is to raise awareness of craft and its contribution to the culture of Virginia through exhibitions, education, and retail opportunities.

In 2006 the Artisans Center of Virginia received a grant from the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD). The purpose of the project was to establish a craft network in the rural areas of the following counties: Alleghany, Augusta, Bath, Botetourt, Craig, Highland, Roanoke, Rockbridge and Rockingham. An exhibition and marketing conference were developed as part of this two year project which began in September 2006 and closed September 2008.

Acknowledgements:

ACN Grantor:
Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development (DHDC)
Richmond, VA

ACN Sponsor:
Artisans Center of Virginia
Michael Dowell, Executive Director
Willow Oak Plaza 801-D W. Broad St.
P.O. Box 452
Waynesboro, VA 22980

ACN Coordinator:
Stephen A. Clerico, LLC
Stephen Clerico, Manager
P.O. Box 192
Free Union, VA 22940