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.