Penland Mission Statement







	Mission The mission of Penland School of Crafts is to support individual and artistic growth through craft. The Penland Vision Penland’s programs engage the human spirit which is expressed throughout the world in craft. Penland enriches lives by teaching skills, ideas, and the value of the handmade. Penland welcomes everyone--from vocational and avocational craft practitioners to interested visitors. Penland is a stimulating, transformative, egalitarian place where people love to work, feel free to experiment, and often exceed their own expectations. Penland’s beautiful location and historic campus inform every aspect of its work. Educational Philosophy Penland's educational philosophy is based on these core ideas: Total immersion, workshop education is a uniquely effective way of learning. Close interaction with others promotes the exchange of information and ideas between individuals and disciplines Generosity enhances education - Penland encourages instructors, students, and staff to freely share their knowledge and experience. Craft is kept vital by preserving its traditions and constantly expanding its boundaries.