Date & Time

September 19 — October 31, 2026

Venue
Houston Center for Contemporary Craft
Address
4848 Main St., Houston, TX 77002

This fall, as HCCC marks 25 years of illuminating contemporary craft, Asher: Off the Wall proudly presents The Candle Show, exploring the ritual and material poetics of candlelight. This exciting show and sale brings together artists who shape light itself with handcrafted candelabras, holders, and wax-based forms. On view in our retail space, The Candle Show features work from a curated selection of artists working in clay, glass, and wax, including candles and candelabras by Gabo Martinez, Jessica Ninci, Meryl Pataky, and more. Stay tuned for the full list of participating artists! 

The Candle Show is open during public hours at HCCC (Tuesday – Saturday, 10 AM – 5 PM). 

Opening Day Event
Shaping Light: A Hand-Dipped Candlemaking Event
Saturday, September 19, 11 AM – 3 PM
Museum visitors and shoppers are invited to hand dip their own pair of taper candles at this drop-in event. The first-come, first-served activity is free with a $25+ purchase from Asher: Off the Wall (or a $25 fee), while supplies last.

Member Discounts
HCCC members save 10% on retail, exhibition, and studio sales (some exclusions apply) throughout the year. However, in celebration of our Silver Anniversary, HCCC members are invited to enjoy 25% off one retail purchase at Asher: Off the Wall, September 19 – 30, 2026. Take advantage of this exclusive perk and become a member today!

Participating Artists

6pm Candle Co.
Calico Botanicals
Haley Cloyd
Margaret Kammerer
Chris Kerr-Ayer
Lucky Star
Gabo Martinez
Jessica Ninci
Angel Oloshove
Meryl Pataky
Louise Pennebaker
Susan Plum
Samuel Warkov

Pictured: “Weaver” by Meryl Pataky. Photo courtesy of the artist.

More Events

Friday, August 21 and Saturday, August 22, 11AM-3PM

Sold Out! Register for waitlist.

Friday, September 4, 2026

Kickoff our birthday weekend celebrations at this lively opening reception!

Saturday, September 5, 2026

Celebrate our 25th birthday by making hand-rolled candles!

4848 Main Street, Houston, TX 77002

Houston Center for Contemporary Craft is located in the Houston Museum District, two blocks south of Highway 59, near Rosedale St. Visitors should park in the free parking lot located directly behind the building, off Rosedale and Travis Streets, and enter through the back entrance. 

Free Admission

OPEN TUESDAY – SATURDAY, 10 AM – 5 PM

4848 Main Street, Houston, TX 77002

Houston Center for Contemporary Craft is located in the Houston Museum District, two blocks south of Highway 59, near Rosedale St. Visitors should park in the free parking lot located directly behind the building, off Rosedale and Travis Streets, and enter through the back entrance. 

Free Admission

OPEN TUESDAY – SATURDAY, 10 AM – 5 PM