Area Quilting Events

1. ‘Rona the Ribbiter’s’ List of 2026 Quilt Shows Around the World

THE STATUS OF 2026 QUILT SHOWS: IN PERSON AND VIRTUAL

2.The Country Register

**Country Register for Pennsylvania and West Virginia**

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The Country Register : New Jersey and Delaware

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The Country Register : North Carolina, South Carolina and Tennessee

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3. Listing of Regional Quilt Shows and Events

2026

Current Ongoing Events

Art Quilters Celebrate Independence (SAQA Regional)
Ongoing through May 23, 2027

A juried, touring exhibition, “Art Quilters Celebrate Independence,” will feature artwork by Studio Art Quilt Associates–Pennsylvania (SAQA-PA) in honor of the 250th anniversary of the United States. It premieres in Philadelphia, the cradle of liberty, at Moore College of Art & Design during the summer of 2026, and then travels to three other prestigious venues. Between forty and fifty innovative art quilts and quilted artworks will explore the broad meaning of independence and freedom of expression—from reflections on constitutional rights and democracy to interpretations of America’s multicultural heritage, music, and history. All works connect with America’s storied past, yet exemplify exciting conceptual and technical departures from tradition.

Most of the works will be available for purchase, while visitors can also purchase a comprehensive, full-color catalog, and very affordable small works by members of SAQA-PA. During the exhibition, there will be three opening receptions and multiple docent-led tours, plus I-Spy treasure hunts, a Please Touch station, and quiltmaking workshops for families.

As part of the quarter-millennial celebration of the events of 1776, this exciting exhibition will pay homage to our past as it expands public engagement with contemporary textile art, advancing SAQA’s mission for recognition of the art quilt as a fine art medium.

Exhibition Schedule:

Moore College of Art & Design, Philadelphia, PA: June 12, 2026 to August 29, 2026

Pennsylvania National Quilt Extravaganza, Oaks, PA: Sept. 17, 2026 to Sept. 20, 2026

Phillips’ Mill Community Association, New Hope, PA: November 13, 2026 to December 13, 2026

Reading Public Museum, Reading, PA: January 30, 2027 to May 23, 2027

Pearl S. Buck House Museum
520 Dublin Road
Perkasie, PA
Ongoing through October 18, 2026

“Pieced Together: American Quilts Across Generations “
An exhibit open in the Pearl S. Buck House Museum

Explore American quilting traditions from the Civil War era to the present featuring a remarkable range of quilts, from early utilitarian quilts reflective of 19th century life to contemporary art quilts, including pieces that have won awards in regional
and national quilt shows.

Tickets are on sale now at
https://pearlsbuckinternational.ticketspice.com/quilt-exhibit

Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library
5105 Kennett Pike
Winterthur, Delaware 19735

“Conversations with the Collection: Stitched in Place“
Ongoing and on view through April 4, 2027

www.winterthur.org

Quilt Retreat Opportunity
Williamsport, PA
Ongoing through April, 2027

Current and Future Limited Time Events

August

August 15, 2026
Undercover Quilters Fabric Sale

September

September 17-20, 2026
Pennsylvania National Quilt Extravaganza
Greater Philadelphia Expo Center
Oaks, PA

For more information: https://www.quiltfest.com/upcoming-shows-and-events/pennsylvania-national-quilt-extravaganza/

September 19, 2026
Airing of the Quilts and Quilt Fest
9am to 3pm Rain or Shine

Gardenspot Village
433 S. Kinzer Ave.
New Holland PA 17555
717-355-6000

Illustrated Lecture by local Art
Historian Gloria Mast exploring the craze
for crazy quilts and the role of the silk mills

Gloria Mast is an art historian and educator
with roots in Lancaster County. She has
many years of experience as a public
speaker, tour guide, and interpreter. She
draws upon her own heritage as a point of
reference to provide a unique understanding
of the intersection between the Amish and
English worlds.

September 24-27, 2026, 2026
Annual Montgomery County 4H Giant Fabric Sale
Montgomery County 4-H Center
1015 Bridge Road, Collegeville, PA.

All kinds of fabrics, patterns, notions, needlecrafts, yarn, and assorted sewing supplies are
available. In addition, many vintage fabrics and quilting supplies are available. For more
info visit https://www.fhycomplex.org/annual-fabric-sale.

October

October 2 – 3, 2026
Berks Quilters Guild 2026 Quilt Show