Craft Apprenticeship Program
The Craft Apprenticeship Program from the Maine Arts Commission supports seven months of one-on-one craft skill training between mentors and apprentices in Maine and New Hampshire.
Funder: Maine Arts Commission
Due Dates (Anticipated): December 2026 (Full application) | December 2026 (Matched pairs)
Funding Amounts: $4,500 total per apprenticeship — $3,000 to mentor, $1,500 to apprentice for a 7-month program
Summary: Supports seven months of one-on-one mentor-apprentice craft training to advance skills and professional growth in Maine and New Hampshire.
Key Information: Applicants must apply as a mentor-apprentice pair; craft media only (not photography, painting, or drawing).
Description
The Craft Apprenticeship Program, managed by the Maine Arts Commission in partnership with the Maine Crafts Association and the League of New Hampshire Craftsmen, offers a structured, seven-month apprenticeship focused on hands-on craft skill development and professional advancement. Mentor artists and apprentices work together for at least 100 hours, with an emphasis on building technical ability, entrepreneurship, and a sustainable career in craft. The program is designed to foster a vibrant craft community in Maine and New Hampshire, supporting alternative educational pathways and meaningful peer learning.
