2022 Exhibits
February 22 - May 7
Little Beauties: The Art of Miniature Quilts
The Quilters Hall of Fame is excited to open our 2022 Exhibit season with "Little Beauties", a study of the fantasy and power of making it small. This exhibit of small and miniature quilts will feature the creative works of Kathy Tracy of Illinois, Mary Elizabeth Kinch of Canada, Shirley Liby of Indiana and Honorees Florence Peto, Bets Ramsey of Tennessee and Mary Schafer of Michigan.
Peto's Nine Patch Challenge
Bets Ramsey, 1995
Bets made this quilt in response to a challenge by Florence Peto and using fabric that came from Florence through Elizabeth Richardson.
May 10 - July 30
Mary Schafer: American Quilt Maker
Presenting the work of 2007 Honoree Mary Schafer. Mary was passionate about preserving old quilts and honoring their makers by reproducing their quilts and often incorporating her own original motifs in the piecing and/or quilting. The Quilters Hall of Fame was honored recently with a donation of her quilts and we are excited to share those with you.
Feather Edged Star
Mary Schafer, 1984
August 2 - October 1
TQHF 2022 Honoree: Diane Gaudynski
We are so pleased to share the quilts made by 2022 TQHF Honoree Diane Gaudynski. When Diane’s love of sewing took her into the world of quilting in the 1980s, it was a whole new direction for her. Over the years, intense practice and study have made her a master at the art of machine quilting. Diane was inducted into The Quilters Hall of Fame at Celebration 2022, July 21 – 23. Her quilts will be on display at The Quilters Hall of Fame August 2 through October 1, 2022.
October 4 - December 10
Joe Cunningham: Finding Freedom
Joe Cunningham started making quilts in 1979, and for about 20 years primarily made copies of old quilts and imitations of old quilt styles. Around the year 2000, he began to make quilts inspired by the adventurous spirit of the 19th century quilters rather than the literal structure. In his attempt to find a way to be free in his thinking, Joe found he could find freedom in his quilt making. The Quilters Hall of Fame is honored to feature the works of Joe Cunningham.
2021 Exhibits
Sandy Denarski
February 23 - May 8
Florida Quilt Study Group:
Antique Quilt Block Challenge
The challenge was to take an antique block and incorporate it into a small quilt measuring 24" x 24." Artists were allowed to use the block whole, cut up, or dismantled. The could add vintage or new fabrics; whatever it takes to create a quilt of their own design and creativity.
May 11 - July 24
Hollis Chatelain:
A Retrospective Quilt Journey
Through her work that addresses challenging social and environmental themes, Hollis reflects 12 years' experience living in West Aftica and working with humanitarian organizations and 35 years' experience as a professional artist.
July 27 - October 2
TQHF 2021 Honoree:
Marti Michell
Quilts made by TQHF 2021 Honoree Marti Michell. A popular teacher, Marti has traveled extensively, having now taught in 49 states and 26 countries. Marti is the recipient of two prestigious quilt industry "lifetime achievement" awards, The Silver Star (2004) and the Michael Kile Award (1991).
October 5 - December 11
Deeds Not Words:
Celebrating 100 Years of Women's Suffrage
Twenty-nine award-winning textile artists from across the United States each crafted a quilt celebrating women's suffrage. Co-curated by Sandra Sider and Pam Weeks.
2020 Exhibits
February 25 - May 9, 2020
de.light/FULL
From Studio Art Quilt Associates, fiber artists express the theme of delight and abundance in a creative or innovative way.
Self Portrait 2019
by Jack Edson
Jack Edson:
Portraits & Patterns
July 28 - September 26
New England quilter Jack Edson shares with us his quilts, many of which are based on images and portraits from Art History.
In conjunction with the exhibit Jack will teach a workshop on his collage method of creating portraits. September 26, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm.
For more information call 765-664-9333 or register here.
Crown Flowers for
Queen Lili'uokalani
By Dale Drake
October 6 - December 12, 2020
AQSG 200 Years of Solid Color
Cultural and Regional Distinctions 1800-2000
The American Quilt Study Group presents quilts
made with solid color fabrics.
2019 Exhibits
Wait, Wait, My Darling... by N.K. Fedotovskaya
February 26 - May 11, 2019
Pieced Together:
Patchwork Quilts From Russia
Showcasing the work of contemporary Russian craftswomen, this exhibit is facilitated by The Russian American Foundation.
New York State of Mind by Pat Holly and Sue Nickels
May 14 - July 27, 2019
Two of Us
Featuring quilts by sisters Pat Holly and Sue Nickels, who enjoy connecting with quilters of the past while employing the technology of today.
Americana Sampler by Fons & Porter
July 31 - September 21, 2019
Sew Much Fun:
Fons & Porter Favorite Quilts
Quilts made by 2019 Honorees
Marianne Fons and Liz Porter
Basket Full of Pineapples by Donna Starley
September 24 - December 14, 2019
AQSG 2016 Study of
19th Century Basket Quilts
Quilts made by members of the American Quilt Study Group
which have been inspired by 19th century quilts with one or more baskets.