AQSG Biennial
Quilt Study

2025 Quilt Study

FOR QUILT MAKERS

Quilts of Yesterday Speak Today

AQSG members love to learn about quilts, and we also love making them! If you are a maker, the Biennial Quilt Study is a great way to combine the creativity of quilt making with learning about a particular quilt, its maker (if known), style, and technique.

Here’s how it works. AQSG selects a specific design, style or time-period as the theme.  Participants are challenged to select an existing quilt that fits the quilt study guidelines and create a smaller replica, interpreting the elements of the original quilt in a new and fresh way.

Your replica quilt may be selected for an exhibit at the next AQSG Seminar and may be included in a traveling exhibit hosted at museums around the country. Above are some examples from the 2018 Quilt Study 200 Years of Solid Color Quilts: Cultural and Regional Distinctions, 1800-2000.


Purchase Medallion Quilts: A Quilt Study HERE

Purchase Past Quilt Study Books HERE

ANNOUNCING 2025 Quilt Study 

"Quiltmakers and Designers: 1945 to 1979"

Call for Volunteers: 2027 Biennial Quilt Study Co-Chairs


Are you passionate about quilt history and eager to help shape one of AQSG’s most beloved programs? We’re looking for two dedicated volunteers to serve as Co-Chairs for the 2027 Biennial Quilt Study!

 

About the Quilt Study:

The Biennial Quilt Study is a unique opportunity for AQSG members to combine historical research with creative quilt making. Participants select a quilt that fits a chosen theme, based on design, style, or time period, and create a smaller replica that interprets the original in a fresh and personal way.

 

The replica quilts are exhibited at the AQSG Seminar and may be included in a traveling exhibit hosted at museums around the country. Learn more about it here.

 

What You’ll do as Co-Chair:

-         Commitment: 3-6 years (1 co-chair continues for 6 years to manage the traveling exhibition).

-         Theme Development: Collaborate with the 2025 Co-Chairs to propose the 2027 theme (final approval by the AQSG Board).

-         Program Management:   Oversee guidelines, submissions, permissions, written statements, budget, and deadlines.

-         Seminar Exhibit: Attend the 2027 Seminar in Des Moines, IA (September 22-26) to set up the Quilt Study exhibit. No compensation will be provided for personal travel or Seminar expenses.

-         Traveling Exhibition Coordination: Select judges and facilitate the selection process for the traveling exhibition at the Seminar. Contact museums and galleries and arrange the traveling exhibition.

-         Publication Support: Work with the Quilt Study Publication Coordinator on production of the Quilt Study book.

-         Committee Participation:   Attend the AQSG Publication Committee meetings (typically every other month via Zoom).

 

What Skills You’ll Bring:

-         Proficiency with email and Google Drive.

-         Strong written and digital communication skills

-         Ability to collaborate and lead

-         AQSG Membership of at least 2 years

-         A passion for quilts and quilt study

-         Familiarity with museum communication and processes

-         Prior participation in a Quilt Study (preferred)

 

How to Apply:

If you're interested, please fill out our short application form below by September 7, 2025. Applications will be reviewed by the Publications Committee.


Apply Here!


Questions? Contact the 2025 Quilt Study Co-Chairs: Mea Clift or Shae Vaughn.