The Rock County Historical Society (RCHS) presents the Airing of the Quilts, a two-day event showcasing over 100 stunning quilts crafted by local artisans. The celebration of quilting tradition includes quilts displayed both indoors and outdoors, transforming the historic grounds into a colorful tapestry of artistic craftsmanship. Demonstrations are scheduled, featuring vintage machines, quilt embellishment, paper piecing, free-motion quilting, and building a barn quilt. Explore the RCHS grounds with your family as you read an outdoor Storybook Walk featuring The Quilt that Grandma Made by Kristin Caulkins. Don't miss the ice cream social! Event contributors include Candace and Dave Thompson, Rock County Dairy Promotion Council, Festival Foods, and enthusiastic members of the southern Wisconsin quilting community.
Cost: $5 per day; free for people 12 and under (Free Parking)
Location: Rock County Historical Society - 426 N Jackson St - Janesville, WI 53548
Categorized as: Art & Craft, Exhibits, History & Heritage
Phone: (608) 756-4509
Date(s): 5/10/25-5/11/25 10:00 AM-4:00 PM