The Roycroft community was an influential arts and crafts movement founded in the late 19th century by Elbert Hubbard in East Aurora, New York. It aimed to promote handmade goods and traditional craftsmanship as a response to industrialization. The community included artisans, writers, and thinkers who collaborated to create beautiful, functional objects, including furniture, books, and metalwork. The Roycroft campus featured workshops, a printing press, and a hotel, fostering a creative environment. The community's philosophy emphasized simplicity, quality, and the importance of individual creativity, leaving a lasting impact on American design and culture. Today, the site is recognized as a historic landmark.