About This Festival

The Redbud Quilt Guild Quilt Show is a two-day event held on May 17-18, 2024, at the Anderson Museum of Art in Anderson, Madison County, Indiana. It focuses on displaying quilts created by members of the Redbud Quilt Guild over the previous two years. The show features a vibrant atmosphere celebrating quilting arts with a community-focused vibe, attracting quilting enthusiasts and local visitors alike.

The event includes several activities:

  • Quilt viewing: Members showcase their quilts, representing a wide variety of designs and techniques developed over two years.
  • Quilt raffle: Attendees can purchase raffle tickets to win one of the displayed quilts.
  • Demonstrations: Hands-on or visual demonstrations on quilting techniques or related crafts provide educational value.
  • Bazaar: A marketplace offering fabric, quilt patterns, books, and handmade quilting items, catering to hobbyists and collectors.

The show is handicapped accessible, ensuring that all visitors can enjoy the event comfortably. Admission requires a fee, supporting the guild's activities and museum hosting.

Typical schedule and locations within the museum might include:

  • Quilt exhibits in main gallery spaces.
  • Scheduled quilting demonstrations in a dedicated workshop or classroom area.
  • Bazaar tables spread in a lobby or designated retail space.
  • Raffle ticket sales booth accessible near entry points.

The Redbud Quilt Guild itself is an active quilting community based in Anderson, with regular meetings, retreats, charity quilt projects, and various quilting challenges throughout the year. The guild has a strong tradition and is well established locally, supporting quilters from beginner to advanced levels. The guild also offers newsletters and maintains an online presence for members and the public.

Overall, the event atmosphere is welcoming, creative, and educational, centered around the art and craft of quilting with opportunities for social connection and inspiration from fellow quilters. Visitors can expect a family-friendly space filled with beautiful textiles, expert advice, and hobbyist camaraderie.