About NBO

Members of the National Basketry Organization (NBO) – An association of basket weavers advancing traditional basket weaving and contemporary basketry.

The National Basketry Organization is an inclusive community of makers and enthusiasts whose mission is to promote awareness, inspire creativity, and foster appreciation for the heritage and artistry of basketry.

Founded in 1999 and incorporated as a non-profit in 2000, NBO has nearly 700 members reflecting the diversity of basket-making in America and extending beyond our borders.

As a non-profit organization, NBO promotes fellowship, provides education and increases awareness of the breadth of basketry.

Included among NBOs members are basket-makers, educators, collectors, gallery owners, students, scholars, curators, craft and art schools as well as museums. The NBO community encompasses a continuum of makers, from those who celebrate basketry’s traditional roots to those stretching the boundaries of materials and processes in contemporary applications.

Programs

  • Educational opportunities to study basketry past and present
  • Basketry+, the premier publication in the field of basketry
  • Over/Under, our on-line periodical
  • Exhibitions such as our biennial juried show, traveling shows, and an in-print showcase of member’s work
  • Inspiring and enriching biennial conferences not to be missed
  • Support through scholarships and awards
  • Ways for people to connect, network, and form a community

Board & Staff

Learn more about NBO’s Board and staff

NBO Products & Gifts

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News from NBO

Every 1 entries

Call for Entries – Every 1 2024

The Call for Entries for the online exhibition Every 1 2024 is now open! The goal of the exhibition is to provide an all-inclusive, members-only biennial basketry show that demonstrates the breadth and scope of the basketry that NBO members create.

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How to renew your NBO membership online

If your NBO membership is expiring, you can renew your membership on our website. Here’s how to do it.

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Screenshot of Enhanced Members page

Welcome to our new website!

We’ve redesigned the NBO website from the bottom up to make it easier to use and to include more features and information.  See the post for a video tour!

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An NBO member weaving a basket

Join NBO

The National Basketry Organization is an inclusive community of makers and enthusiasts whose purpose is to promote awareness, inspire creativity and foster appreciation for the heritage and artistry of basketry.

When you join NBO, you join a lively community of people who care about the past, present and future of basketry.

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