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MUSEUM CLOSED ON WEDNESDAY, JULY 4th HAVE A WONDERFUL 4th OF JULY! July 12-October 14, 2012 BACKSTITCH A 25-Year Retrospective of Advances & Milestones in Quiltmaking INNOCENCE by Hollis Chatelain An exhibition opening July 12, 2012 examines the breadth and depth of changes that have overtaken this traditional American art form in the past quarter century. Backstitch: A 25-Year Retrospective of Advances & Milestones in Quiltmaking draws works from twenty-five critically acclaimed artists from across the country who work in styles from the traditional to the very avant garde. Showcased are techniques including embellishment, fabric dyeing, fusing, photo transfer, thread painting and more. Also represented: commemorative quilts, historic reproduction quilts, and quilts for a cause. The Backstitch exhibition has been planned to mark the 25th anniversary of the New England Quilt Museum, the only museum in the northeast devoted exclusively to the study and promotion of the art and craft in all its forms. From a gleam in the eye of a few local dreamers, the museum, housed in a renovated 19th century bank building, has become a landmark in the heart of America’s historic textile producing region. The exhibition highlights the evolution of the art form, which parallels the growing importance of the museum as a New England fiber arts destination. Opening reception: Saturday, July 14 [1-3PM] featuring a gallery talk by co-curator Laura Lane. Opening reception sponsored by the Cocheco Quilters Guild. This exhibition is curated by Anita Loscalzo and Laura Lane, and sponsored by the Quilter's Guild of Dallas and Janome. OUR TALENTED VOLUNTEERS The New England Quilt Museum could hardly fulfill its mission were it not for the dedication of our hard-working volunteers. They are, almost without exception, talented quilters in their own right, which makes us even more grateful that they make time in their very busy schedules to help the museum carry out its programs. The extraordinary work of two longtime volunteers is on view this summer in New York City and at the Mancuso Quilt Show in New Hampshire. Volunteer and former NEQM board member Sylvia Einstein is featured in a one-woman show at the ArtQuilt Gallery-NYC. Her Let Fabric Speak exhibiton runs from July 10-August 25. Sylvia will be appearing there in person on Monday, July 9, from 6 to 7:30 pm. Sylvia considers her work to be modern versions of traditional quilts. She works extensively with grids and blocks but often breaks seam lines visually, resulting in unexpected lines and patterns. Also, a quilt by volunteer Martha McCarthy will be featured in a special exhibit at the World Quilt Show - New England X [August 16-19, Manchester, NH]. "Like a regiment of soldiers standing at attention": that is how Seaway Trail Project Manager Lynette Lundy-Beck describes the new Great Lakes Seaway Trail War of 1812 Bicentennial and Quilt Traveling Exhibit of quilts and interpretive panels. Twenty-five of the finest newly-made examples of 1812-period quilts--including one by Martha--are accompanied by four Great Lakes Seaway Trail "Storyteller" interpretive panels that tell stories of the war; fabric weaving technology in 1812; the daily lives of militia, soldiers and sailors; and the impact of the conflict on the daily lives of those left at home. Congratulations to Sylvia and Martha! YOUR DONATION DOLLARS AT WORK The repointing of the brickwork on the rear of our building is the final project paid for by the funds from the Massachusetts Cultural Council/ MassDevelopment Cultural Facilities grant we received and for which our loyal donors came up with the matching $77,000 (actually over $80,000!) in 2010. The work has been spread out over 18 months and has included new boilers, new fire safety upgrades, new HVAC upgrades and other deferred maintenance on our 1845 historic building. Thank you to everyone who made this matching grant a success. Your generosity is helping preserve this wonderful museum for another generation of quilt lovers! Closes July 8, 2012 FENWAY PARK CENTENNIAL Fenway Park Centennial by Rosemary Bawn Just in time for the 100th Anniversary of Fenway Park comes a quiltmakers' celebration of an American landmark. Astonishing art quilts capture all the excitement of both the ball park and the Red Sox. For more than two decades, Rosemary Bawn has been turning out stunning art quilts celebrating her beloved team and their home park. From I Remember the $1.00 Bleachers to Reverse the Curse!, these fabulous quilts by Bawn and other quilters will leave you smiling and recalling your own Red Sox memories. There are only a few days left to see these fabulous quilts. Bring every baseball fan you know. They'll never look at quilts the same way again! 2 NEW RAFFLES! Two wonderful items are now up for raffle to support the programs and mission of the New England Quilt Museum. December 14, 2012 is the drawing date for a Janome Memory Craft 6600P sewing machine. Also included is a rolling tote, for a total value of $2,599. This fabulous machine was generously donated by Red Barn Sewing & Yarn Center [Merrimack, MA], longtime supporters of the museum. Tickets: $5. On May 2, 2013, we'll be drawing the name of the lucky winner of a beautiful Aunt Grace Circle of Friends quilt. This 80"x80" quilt, designed by Judie Rothermel and Vicki Bellino, was machine pieced, hand appliqued and quilted by Shirley Bangma from a pattern and fabric donated by Helane Huntington [both of Uxbridge, MA]. We are so thankful for their support! Tickets: $1 ea./6 for $5. For more information on these raffles, visit our website, drop by the museum, or call 978-452-4207 ext.16. Entry Deadline: July 1st SILVER THREADS QUILT CHALLENGE Quilters from across the continent and around the world are invited to be part of the Museum’s 25th Anniversary celebrations in 2012. The Silver Threads Quilt Challenge invites you (working alone or with friends or a guild) to make pieces to be exhibited at a number of venues across New England and beyond, including at a special exhibit during the 2012 Lowell Quilt Festival. The simple rules and an entry form can be downloaded here. DEADLINE FOR RECEIPT OF ENTRY FORMS: JULY 1, 2012. Quilts must arrive at the museum no later than August 1, 2012. Your Name Here SILVER ANNIVERSARY SIGNATURE QUILT NEQM 25th Anniversary Quilt [designed by Jacque Thompson and Mary Furber] As part of our Silver Anniversary celebrations, we're creating a signature quilt embroidered with the names of some of our favorite people: our supporters! Donate $250 and have your name (or the name of your guild, friend or loved one) embroidered on a star, mountain, maple leaf or sailboat. For full details, visit the Silver Anniversary page on the museum website, where you can make your donation securely online. July 26-29, 2012 MAINE QUILTS Raffle Quilt: "Snips & Snails & Bright Colored Tails" Champagne Reception Thursday 7–9PM HOURS: Friday 9-6 Saturday 9-5, Sunday 10-4 600+ Quilts – antique to contemporary Special Exhibits: The Alliance for American Quilt’s 2012 Contest Home is Where the Quilt Is and Association of Pacific West Quilters’ “Spirit of the West” Workshops, Merchants Mall, Demonstrations, Lectures, Quilt Appraisals, Silent Auction. Friday Gala with Margaret J Miller. Daily admission $8; multi-day $15; groups $7 with advance registration Augusta Civic Center, Augusta, Maine WEBSITE: www.mainequilts.org EMAIL: info@mainequilts.org PHONE: 207.415.4417 August 4-5, 2012 CLAMSHELL QUILT SHOW Raffle Quilt Clamshell Quilt Guild: Quilts all Around the Town 2012 Connecticut College, Mohegan Ave, New London CT Saturday, August 4: 9AM-5PM Sunday, August 5: 10AM-4PM Over 300 Quilts. Hoffman Challenge Quilts Raffle Quilt - Boutique - Basket Raffle – Silent Auction – Vendors- Demos – Food Workshops: Annelle Holzman Friday August 3rd – Sweet Treat Penny Rug Lannette Edens Saturday August 4th - Lazy Girl Design Bag Website: www.clamshellquiltguild.org Email: webservant@clamshellquiltguild.org Available for Quilt Retreats FRANCISCAN GUEST HOUSE An affordable venue for your guild's next retreat. Well-lighted workrooms and comfortable hotel rooms in a scenic location near the beach. Close to Kennebunkport Village shops & restaurants and just 90 minutes from Boston. For more information: 207-967-4865, www.franciscanguesthouse.com Advertisement For all the latest news about events and exhibitions at the New England Quilt Museum, visit our website: http://www.nequiltmuseum.org/   This e-mail was sent from New England Quilt Museum Immediate removal with ® Secure. To forward this e-mail to a friend or colleague, . To change your e-mail address or update preferences, .