Craft Meets Code: San Francisco Metal Arts Guild 75th Anniversary Symposium
About this Event
Craft Meets Code
Celebrating 75 years of Jewelry and Metalsmithing!
The San Francisco Metal Arts Guild is turning 75! Help us celebrate this milestone by exploring the evolution of the craft through our symposium and educational events this year. Mark your calendars for the following events!
On Saturday October 17, 2026, join us for a full-day 75th anniversary symposium, Craft Meets Code, and explore the evolving world of metal arts and jewelry design. We are bringing together dynamic presenters who will guide us through the past, present, and future of the field—highlighting tradition, innovation, and the growing influence of digital tools and AI-enabled design. The day will culminate in a closing reception to encourage further discussion, networking, and connection between artists, educators, and members of the community. The symposium will be held at the Brower Center in Berkeley. Boxed lunch available for purchase at check out (scroll to the bottom of the list) for tickets purchased by Sept. 30.
Membership Information:
Pricing:
- $20 MAG members | $30 non-member if purchased by 8/31
- S35 MAG members | $45 non-member if purchased by 7/31
- $45 MAG members | $55 non-members if purchased after 10/1
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This event was made possible by generous donations from Barbara M. Berk and The Maxwell-Hanrahan Foundation
Agenda
🕑: 09:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Check In and Gather
Info: Check in and gather over complementary coffee and pastries.
🕑: 10:15 AM - 11:00 AM
Making the Past Present: Metalsmithing with History
Host: Victoria Lansford
🕑: 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
What Is That Made Of? A Talk About Contemporary Jewelry
Host: Jennifer Altmann
🕑: 11:45 AM - 01:15 PM
Lunch and Mingle (Lunch available to purchase in advance)
🕑: 01:15 PM - 02:00 PM
Technology, Materiality, and the Human Experience
Host: Doug Bucci
🕑: 02:00 PM - 02:45 PM
Panel Discussion With Our Presenters
🕑: 03:00 PM - 04:30 PM
Reception and Celebrating 75 Years of Jewelry and Metalsmithing
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 20.00 to USD 30.00
