News Summary
The Carolina Pine Quilters are hosting their 45th annual Quilt Show themed ‘It’s a Jungle Out There’ at the Aiken County Historical Museum. This inclusive event invites local artisans and youth participants from various quilt guilds to showcase their creativity. Categories for entries include bed quilts, wall hangings, and more, with ribbons awarded for excellence. Entry forms are due by September 12. The show highlights community engagement and the dedication to preserving quilting traditions in Aiken County.
Aiken County Announces 45th Annual Quilt Show by Carolina Pine Quilters
The Carolina Pine Quilters are inviting local artisans to participate in their 45th annual Quilt Show, themed “It’s a Jungle Out There”. The show is scheduled to take place at the Aiken County Historical Museum from October 21 to November 14, 2024.
The location for the event is 433 Newberry St. S.W., Aiken County. This year, the quilt show is open not only to the residents of Aiken County but also to members of any Aiken County quilt guild, making it a broad platform for community participation. Youth entries are particularly encouraged, fostering creativity among younger generations.
Categories and Awards
Participants can submit quilts in various categories, including bed quilts, lap quilts, wall hangings, art/innovative quilts, pictorial quilts, and miniatures. Each category will have ribbons awarded based on the quality of submissions, celebrating the diverse talents within the quilting community.
Entry Submission Details
Those interested in entering their quilts must submit their entry forms by September 12. Accepted quilts will be collected at the museum on October 12 from 2-5 p.m. and October 13 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. This timeline ensures the quilts are ready for display before the show begins.
Additional Information
For further information regarding the quilt show, potential participants can contact the Aiken County Historical Museum at 803-642-2015 or visit the Carolina Pine Quilters’ official website at carolinapinequilters.org.
The Aiken County Historical Museum, where the show will take place, is open to the public from Wednesday to Saturday, between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m., and on Sunday from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.. The museum has a rich history of showcasing over 300 quilts in past events, making it a well-established venue for such artistic exhibitions.
Community Engagement
Attendees of previous quilt shows have included prominent community members, such as Denece Graddy, Mary Brooks, Lola Guilott, and Maureen Tuchman. The participation of local figures emphasizes the community’s ongoing support for the Carolina Pine Quilters and their annual showcase of quilting talent.
Organizational Milestone
As the Carolina Pine Quilters celebrate their 35th anniversary this year, the quilt show serves not only as a platform for displaying intricate fabric art but also as a significant celebration of the organization’s dedication to preserving and promoting the quilting tradition in Aiken County.
The upcoming Quilt Show promises to be an exciting event for both participants and attendees, highlighting the creativity and craftsmanship found within the local quilting community.
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- Encyclopedia Britannica: Quilting
- ArtSide: Works of Van Gogh
- Google News: Aiken County Quilt Show
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