AJF LIVE
We will hold AJF Live events a number of times in 2027. As always, they’ll be free and open to all.
AJF WEEKENDS
A new way to gather with Art Jewelry Forum: shorter, more accessible programs that preserve the depth of exchange, access, and conversation that define AJF travel. Stay tuned for upcoming opportunities!
TRAVEL IN 2026
NYCJW26
Wear Next? The Many Lives of Art Jewelry
Wednesday, November 18, 2026, 4:30–7 pm
The Jewelry Library at Maison 10
4 West 29th Street, New York
Register here
What draws us to a work, and what shapes its future? The panel will feature an artist, gallerist, collector, and auction expert, including gallerist Sienna Patti, collector Jennifer Clowe, and Sarah Klass Retallick, specialist, jewelry & watches at Rago. Following contemporary art jewelry from the studio into private collections, museums, and the secondary market, we’ll explore how provenance, patronage, and relationships shape its significance over time.
Cocktails, Queries, & Karats
Friday, November 20, 2026, 4–6 pm
The Jewelry Library at Maison 10
4 West 29th Street, New York
Register here
Join AJF and Radical Jewelry Makeover for a lively happy hour and pop-up exhibition exploring what we preserve, how jewelry connects with audiences today, and what its future might hold. Preview the new Radical Jewelry Box lending program, wear your favorite RJM piece or try one on, step into AJF’s photo booth, and join the conversation.
TRAVEL IN 2027
Save the dates for two thoughtfully curated journeys through museums, artist studios, galleries, and private collections, with special introductions made possible by AJF’s connections across the field. Planning is underway, and we look forward to sharing itineraries, pricing, and registration information as details are confirmed.
Boston, Massachusetts | May 14–17, 2027
Discover Boston through its vibrant art jewelry community, from graduating students making their debuts to established artists who have helped shape the field. With outstanding museum collections, dedicated galleries, influential educators, and passionate collectors, Boston offers plenty to explore.
Stockholm, Sweden | September 23–28, 2027
Spread across islands connected by bridges and waterways, Stockholm brings together historic streets, adventurous design, remarkable museums, and a lively contemporary jewelry community. Add an art-filled underground railway, inviting shops, and memorable food, and you have a city made for exploration.
WHY YOU SHOULD TRAVEL WITH AJF
AJF’s highly curated trips provide an opportunity to travel with like-minded enthusiasts and have access to venues and activities you couldn’t do on your own. Meet new people, experience what’s new and cutting edge in the art jewelry world, and enjoy the cultural scene of the cities we visit. Let us do the planning so you don’t have to. We’re planning a year of exciting travel opportunities, so mark your calendar and start packing!!!
Have you ever wanted to go places and explore jewelry with AJF? Besides longer trips, we’re also planning shorter day trips, weekend trips, and member meet-ups around the US and overseas. If you’d like to learn more about where AJF will go in 2025 and beyond, let us know of your interest by filling out this form. We hope you’ll travel with AJF in the future!
Attendance is a benefit of membership at the Silver+ level. Become a member at the Gold level for priority invitation to AJF’s trips. Join here.
Captions
1. Work by Geraldine Fenn
2. Aurélie Guillaume, Self Portrait
3. Photo from AJF’s trip to Amsterdam and Belgium. In this trip packed with exciting things, the travelers were welcomed into Liesbeth den Besten’s home to see pieces in her extensive collection of ❤️ art jewelry ❤️
