The Chamber of Crafts for Munich and Upper Bavaria is a public corporation with over 80,000 members under its auspices. Operating from the centre of Munich, it maintains a register of craftspeople from across Germany, to whom it offers support through programmes, tailored to their needs. At Galerie Handwerk, the Chamber organises seven exhibitions per year, showcasing Bavarian craft, design and applied arts. With its educational programmes, including specialist lectures and workshops, it makes a significant contribution to the communication and preservation of craft culture worldwide.