About Us

The CraftHouse – providing a continuous program of training in craft production, thereby creating a Cadre of professional, skilled craft entrepreneurs.

The National Handicraft & Cottage Industry Development Board

The Craft-House, also known as ‘The National Handicraft & Cottage Industry Development Board’ came into being by an Act in Parliament dated 26th February, 1982 cited as the National Handicraft & Cottage Industries Development Board Act 1982.

The Designated authority to manage the affairs of the Craft-House was vested in a Board of Directors and a Manager, appointed by the Minister with responsibility for the Craft-House.

The Main Objectives are:

  • To plan the operation of craft development in the state
  • To conduct training for craftsmen etc
  • To promote product development, research and improve techniques
  • To establish quality control and minimum standards.

In general, the basic aims and objectives of the Craft-House is to provide a continuous program of training in craft production, thereby creating a Cadre of professional, skilled craft entrepreneurs.

Coconut Turtles, The Craft House, St. Kitts Nevis
Hand-crafted coconut turtles.

Notible Figures

The Hon. Samal Duggins

The Hon. Samal Duggins

Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries, Marine Resources, Entrepreneurship, Cooperatives and Creative Economy

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Chairperson

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Haley Cassius, General Manager, The Craft House, St. Kitts

Haley Cassius

General Manager

 

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