A graphic of a glass dish with text reading: Craft in America

Craft in America: ‘Science’ and ‘Collectors’

Friday, Dec. 27 at 8 and 9 p.m. 

“Craft in America” explores the vitality, history and significance of the craft movement in the U.S. and its impact on our nation’s rich cultural heritage. Capturing the beauty, creativity and originality of craftsmanship, “Craft in America” highlights artists and explores the inter-relationship of what they do, how they do it and why they have chosen a life of creating art.

“Science” at 8 p.m.

“Science” investigates the unexpected intersection between art and the sciences, spanning technology, engineering, biology, math and the climate emergency. Nature, space, algorithms and more serve as inspiration for artists connecting their work to the world around them, from the Santa Clara Pueblo in New Mexico to the computer science labs of MIT to an astronaut who also happens to be an artist.

“Collectors” at 9 p.m.

“Collectors” reveals the essential role that craft appreciators play in the community, examining how collectors affirm and inspire the artists they support. The episode highlights collections from Chicano art to teapots to wooden spoons, looking at what drives collectors and how their support furthers artists at all stages of their careers.

A graphic reading: Protect my public media

Protect My Public Media: Add your voice today

A solider playing a trumpet
airs May 25

National Memorial Day Concert 2025

Book cover for We All Live Here with author Jojo Moyes
May 28

Join us for PBS Books Readers Club!

A television with logos from Arizona PBS and Amazon Prime on the screen

Arizona PBS is now free to stream for Prime Video viewers in the U.S.

Subscribe to Arizona PBS Newsletters

STAY in touch
with azpbs.org!

Subscribe to Arizona PBS Newsletters: