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Background Information

Founded in 1980 in Mill Valley, CA
Goal: to preserve the story of quiltmaking - past, present, and future
Has become the major source for information about the study of quilts, quiltmakers, related textiles, and processes
Consults with museums, individual scholars, and publications
Over 1,000 supporters in the U.S. and abroad

Quarterly publication, Blanket Statements, featuring at least one major research article
Annual Seminar on quilt research in different venues throughout the U.S.
Uncoverings, annual research journal, which contains papers presented at the Seminar
Scholarship opportunities for scholars wishing to attend the annual seminar
Publication of 5 Technical Guides on quilt documentation, preservation, and research
Annual membership directory which provides networking opportunities for researchers

Support of research presentations at our annual Seminar
Research study grants to encourage quilt researchers
Scholarships for researchers who wish to attend our annual Seminar
Ongoing publication of Uncoverings, Technical Guides, and special publications