QuiltWeek | September 2020
Welcome Quilters!
QuiltWeek Spread Coming Soon!
Quilt Week Exhibits
OURstory: Human Rights Stories in Fabric
This exhibition, created by artists from around the world and curated by Susanne Jones, focuses on the history of the battles for human, civil, and political rights, and their continuing developments today.
New Quilts from an Old Favorite: Wheel of Fortune
This exhibition features the winning and finalist quilts from around the world in a competition for the most innovative interpretations of the traditional Wheel of Fortune pattern.
Michael A. Cummings: African Jazz Series
Michael, a self-taught quilter, brings years of painting and collage skills to his quilt making. Inspired by jazz and working in the narrative tradition, Cummings and his sewing machine tell stories of the African American experience across historical, cultural, philosophical, and mythical realms.
Only Two Blocks from the Show!
215 Jefferson Street (at Third Street)
Free Shuttle Service Available
QuiltWeek Events @ The Museum
Live Auction
Live Auction @ the Convention Center
A live auction Thursday night supports the museum with donated quilts and supplies. Online bidding is available approximately two weeks prior to the event
| Thursday, September 3 | 9AM - 4PM | Live Auction Preview |
| Thursday, September 3 | 5-6PM | Registration for auction paddles |
| Thursday, September 3 | 6-8PM | Live Auction |
Silent Auction
Silent Auction @ the Convention Center
Wednesday, September 2 | 9am-3pm
Bidding ends at 2:30; winning bids must be picked up and paid for same-day. Proceeds benefit the museum. The Silent Auction has changed locations to inside the lower exhibit hall.
Museum Hours
| Sunday, August 30 | 1PM - 5PM |
| Monday, August 31 | 10AM - 5PM |
| Tuesday, September 1 | 10AM - 5PM |
| Wednesday, September 2 | 8AM - 10PM |
| Thursday, September 3 | 8AM - 10PM |
| Friday, September 4 | 8AM - 6PM |
| Saturday, September 5 | 8AM - 5PM |
| Sunday, September 6 | 1PM - 5PM |
Shuttle Hours
| Wednesday, September 2 | 8AM - 5PM |
| Thursday, September 3 | 8AM - 5PM |
| Friday, September 4 | 8AM - 5PM |
| Saturday, September 5 | 8AM - 5PM |
Gift Shop
Open during museum hours with exclusive items and unique art gifts. The shop also carries quilting supplies including Aurifil thread and pre-cut Moda fabrics. Friends of the Museum members save 20% on their purchase.
The National Quilt Museum is a (501)c3 non-profit funded through the generosity of quilters like you!
