Founded in 1973 and headquartered in Irving, Texas, Michaels is a leading specialty retailer serving the arts, crafts, and creative community across North America. The company operates more than 1,300 stores across the United States and Canada, along with online platforms, and also owns Artistree, a manufacturer specializing in custom and specialty framing merchandise. For more than 50 years, Michaels has focused on making creativity accessible to customers through a wide range of arts, crafts, home décor, seasonal products, and creative supplies.

Michaels’ operations are guided by core values centered on putting people first, doing the right thing, continuously improving, and holding itself accountable. The company emphasizes supporting and engaging its Team Members, building strong relationships with customers and the communities it serves, and fostering a workplace grounded in kindness, respect, integrity, and accountability. Michaels also prioritizes innovation and staying connected to creative trends by introducing new products, tools, and ideas that inspire customers and support its mission of making creativity accessible to all.