About

Missoula Handicraft and Art Center is dedicated to building a place for artists of all levels to commune, create, and explore art. 

MHAC is the product of Brandi Jessup and Rachel Calderon-Navarro. Brandi, a ceramicist, and Rachel, a painter, found that after leaving art school, they lost access to many resources and facilities. MHAC’s goal is to provide a space where artists can work with tools and facilities we’ve been missing since school, and create alongside a community of working artists.

MHAC wants artists to be able to learn new skills and develop their craft. We’re currently operating in a pop-up capacity, as we build toward a permanent space. In the meantime, MHAC will be hosting workshops, critique sessions, and show openings, all with the goal of connecting artists, building skills, and selling work. 

We believe that art can come in many forms, including handicraft. We want to empower and uplift all artists, both inside and outside of the formal “Fine Art” category. Handicraft plays an important role in culture and history, and it is essential to a comprehensive artistic community.

Missoula Handicraft and Art Center is a for-profit organization. We are transparent in our mission and finances, and we pay artists and employees well. If you’d like to support MHAC, please check out the art sold here!

Winter Market at Holidays on Higgins

Visit the Missoula Makers Collective Winter Market at Holidays on Higgins on the first Saturday December! MHAC will be joining 50 makers at the winter market with handmade artwork by Brandi Jessup and Rachel Calderon-Navarro just in time for Holiday gift shopping!

Voncommon Art Blizzaard

Deck the Halls with Art and Cheer at VonCommon Studios’ Annual Art Bazaar: ART BLIZZAARD! Join us for a festive day filled with art, creativity, and community. Enjoy a warm beverage and tasty treats while you peruse an eclectic array of fine art, handmade crafts, and one-of-a-kind treasures from talented local vendors and VonCommon Studios’ alumni.

Missoula Holiday Made Fair

Join us at the Missoula Holiday Made Fair at the Adams Ceneter at University of Montana.The MADE fair is more than just a market—it celebrates modern handcrafted artistry, showcasing the best from local artists and makers. You can find MHAC at booth 102.