5 Days, 10 Workshops, 1 Transformative Week
April 26 – May 1, 2026
Join us for an extraordinary celebration of American craft as BARN participates in Handwork: Celebrating American Craft 2026, a national initiative led by PBS’s Craft in America and the Smithsonian’s Renwick Gallery. Registration for these intensive workshops with nationally renowned artists is now open to all.
Handwork Week is an unprecedented week of BARN programming, bringing renowned artisans and curious students to BARN for immersive workshops across studios. Transform your practice as you explore the unique voices and techniques that define our creative past, present, and future.
Seats are limited, so register soon.
Celebrate Refract at BARN
Celebrate Refract at BARNOct. 17 – 19
Refract is the nation’s premier festival highlighting creative uses of glass. Each October, Refract, organized by Chihuly Garden and Glass and Visit Seattle, brings together hundreds of glass artisans and arts organizations to celebrate the wonder of glass.
Join us to explore our studio, view torchworking demonstrations, and make your own mosaic pendant! RSVP to reserve your spot.
It Was a Dark and Stormy Night …
Oct. 25, 7 – 9 PM
The ghouls are back in town! After darkness falls, accomplished local authors emerge in BARN’s Great Room to read their chilling stories as you treat yourself to yummy treats, wine, and dark ‘n’ stormy cocktails. You can even come in costume — if you dare. Learn more
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