Patchwork: Quilts and Garments Across Cultures

Whether original piecework designs or repurposed from quilts, patchwork is having a moment in contemporary fashion. An artform often associated with quilts, patchwork spans time, culture, and medium. This exhibition documents the evolution of patchwork and piecing in apparel, exploring themes of creativity, beauty, necessity, sustainability, nostalgia, and trendsetting.

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Event Date

Friday, December 19, 2025 to Saturday, June 13, 2026

The International Quilt Museum is located on the University of Nebraska – Lincoln's East Campus, and houses the largest publicly held quilt collection in the world. It's our mission to build a global collection and audience that celebrates the cultural and artistic significance of quilts. Each person has something to gain from and offer our community of learning, discovery, and outreach.

Contact us:
1523 N. 33rd St.
Lincoln, NE 68583
Phone: 402-472-6549
Email: [email protected]

Museum Hours:
Open: Tuesday - Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Closed: Sunday - Monday

Patchwork: Quilts and Garments Across Cultures

Patchwork: Quilts and Garments Across Cultures

Patchwork: Quilts and Garments Across Cultures

Virtual gallery

Gallery photos

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