CALL FOR ENTRIES: More than $7,800 in prize money, 14 categories, including one for Juniors (age 16 and under), and 14 special awards. Deadline to enter is April 18, 2026, unless capacity is reached sooner. See website for entry forms and rules.
THE SHOW: More than 200 quilts on display. On Friday, quilt historian Merikay Waldvogel, assisted by Cindy Stuart will present an antique quilt turning at 11am and 1 pm. Show attendees are invited to bring a favorite quilt and record a brief video story about it that will be archived in the Quilt Alliance “Go Tell It!” project. Shop vendors and a boutique of unique items handcrafted by guild members. Scavenger hunts for the young ones. Quilt appraisals by appointment: contact certified appraiser Cindy Stuart at 865-386-0940. Free parking.