Feb. 22—It's amazing the things that can be said with a piece of fabric — a lesson that was taken to heart by members of the Madison County Historical Society after a presentation from Colonel Judy ...

A collaboration between history, art and a local quilting shop recently provided Prairie Grove Junior High students hands-on ...

Juneteenth, which commemorates June 19, 1865 — the day the last enslaved people in Texas were freed — was observed this week. But the WorldBeat Cultural Center in Balboa Park is continuing the ...

For Edith Edmunds, the art of quilt making is inextricably linked to the Black struggle for freedom. That's why she plans to be sewing on Juneteenth. "It's what I love to do," she told NPR in a phone ...

The story of quilting in America is as diverse as the patterns, fabrics and individuals who create the art. Besides providing warmth, quilts can tell a story, display creativity and uncover history.

ANNUAL CELEBRATION: Delta Arts Center will recognize and celebrate Freedom Day, the anniversary of Nelson Mandela’s release from prison, from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. Feb. 21 at 2611 New Walkertown Road in ...

BLOOMINGTON — On their surface, quilts made in the early 19th century may seem like a series of simple patterns stitched across bright backgrounds. But for pre-Civil War slaves trekking hundreds of ...

I much enjoyed reading Ken Hedler’s article (Sunday) about the Pleasant Hill Quilting Group from Linden and their presentation. I’m sure the audience also appreciated the important history lesson they ...