Mission Statement

The Craft Guild Foundation provides opportunities for its members to learn by actual practice, supported by others with a similar interest, how to engage more completely in the activities of life as a whole human being.

Whether the focus is pottery, woodworking, cooking, gardening, painting, housekeeping or music, the question is the same for novice and teacher: how can I bring a more balanced, aware and unwavering energy to this task?

At the Guild's historic property in Ridley Creek State Park, the time is always now, the place is always here, and the challenge is to bring the artisan's full attention -- in the hands, from the heart, and with the head -- to whatever work she or he has chosen.

The members of the Guild share a sense that, with guidance and practice, a more intelligent, sensitive, and centered consciousness could grow and invigorate their lives. For those who wish for this growth in themselves, helped by others and helping others, the Craft Guild strives to provide practical, supportive conditions.