"QuiltVoices," an exhibition of Quilts and Quotes from Quilters' S.O.S.- Save Our Stories

September 9, 2005

September 9 — December 9, 2005 — Newark, DE, University of Delaware Gallery,"QuiltVoices," an exhibit of 26 quilts and quotes from Quilters' S.O.S. - Save Our Stories (Q.S.O.S.) interviews. Opening reception on September 16, 2005, 4:30 - 7:00 pm. University Gallery, Old College Building, Main St. and North College Ave. Newark, DE 18716. Hours: Tu, Th, Fri 11:00 am - 4:00 pm, Wed. 11:00 - 8:00 pm, Sat, Sun 1:00 - 4:00 pm. Open and free to the public.

Gallery Talks

* October 7th, 12:10- 1 pm, Madge Ziegler (Q.S.O.S. interview DE12) will present a history of the quilt. An accomplished artist and skilled quilt conservator, Madge will illustrate her discussion with quilts from her own collection.
* October 22, 1:30 pm, Quilt historian Barbara Garrett offers 'With a Mother's Love' (A History of Quiltmaking in the United States 1780-1949) using her own miniature quilts.
* October 26, 7:30 pm, Arlene Favreau-Pysher will share a conversation on her Healing Quilt.

For other activities, please visit the Gallery's website.

September 23 - December 31, 2005 - Wilmington, Delaware, Historical Society of Delaware, "Quilt Stories" by Teresa Barkley, a companion exhibit to "QuiltVoices." For hours and more information call 302-655-7161.

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