About United Maine Craftsmen

United Maine Craftsmen is a non - profit organization founded in 1969 by a handful of crafts people. From the beginning, UMC has supported itself through membership dues and admission fees at its' shows. For years UMC was run by volunteers, but in 1992 a permanent office was established in Manchester, Maine.

Membership, is open to all legal, year round residents of the state of Maine, who make their own product. All members are eligible to participate in the craft shows sponsored throughout the year, provided that they comply with the show rules. Members are also encouraged to run for office and serve on the Board of Directors. In addition, UMC provides annual grants and scholarships to deserving students, some of whom will further their education in craft related fields.

Members of United Maine Craftsmen vary from the beginning hobbiest to people who sell on the international market. United Maine Craftsmen keeps in touch with its widely dispersed membership by means of a monthly e-newsletter, The Craft Tradesman.

Membership runs from January 1 to December 31 each year and costs $50.00 for primary members and $15 each for up to three associates.

United Maine Craftsmen, Inc.
16 Old Winthrop Rd. Suite 2, Manchester ME 04351
(207) 621-2818 Fax# (207) 621-1945
umc@mainecraftsmen.org
www.mainecraftsmen.org