JOANN announces closure of 500 craft stores including nearly 20 in Massachusetts, multiple Bristol County locations

JOANN has announced hundreds of store closures including nearly 20 in Massachusetts, several of which are in Bristol County.

The company issued the following statement Wednesday.

“After carefully reviewing all available strategic paths to address our ongoing industry, economic and financial challenges, JOANN and its financial stakeholders determined that initiating a court-supervised sale process is the best course of action to maximize the value of the business.

“As part of the ongoing Chapter 11 process, on February 12, 2025, JOANN filed a motion seeking court authority to begin closing approximately 500 stores across the nation. Right-sizing our store footprint is a critical part of our efforts to ensure the best path forward for JOANN.

“JOANN is committed to providing our customers – the sewists, quilters, crocheters, crafters and other creative enthusiasts we have served for more than 80 years – with great service and assortments and to supporting our thousands of Team Members across the nation throughout this process.”

For a list of nationwide store closures, click here.

JOANN began in 1943 and is a fabric destination for sewing, knitting, crocheting, crafting & decorating.