Welcome to the 17th annual Indiana Heritage Quilt Show!

We have three full days of classes and over 200 quilts on display in the downtown Convention Center. Our Merchants’ Mall will be filled with tantalizing fabrics and must-have sewing notions.

Schedule of Events

Admission

Merchants’ Mall

Special Events

Special Exhibit

IHQS is delighted to present a fresh and original collection of quilts based on the theme Spice of Life: what gives joy, meaning or excitement to life. Fifty-six talented quiltmakers interpreted the theme by expressing in fabric the often used expression. The quilt makers were given complete freedom as to how they carried out the fiber interpretations of the theme, however, they did have a size restriction. The results range from beautiful to thought-provoking to hilarious, and give viewers a unique opportunity to enjoy and appreciate the best in contemporary quilt art. The quilters invited to participate in this project practice their art in the Pacific Northwest and western Canada. They are members of the Association of Pacific Northwest Quilters.

Workshops

Are you a traditional quilter or is your passion contemporary work? Do you want to learn something new or improve your favorite techniques? Whatever your interest, we have the class for you. Study with our eight internationally renowned instructors who offer classes in a variety of techniques. Meet some of the country’s most talented and creative quilters. Our classes fill quickly, so send in your registration today! We’ll see you in class. NEW - Entry to show included when you sign up for a workshop.

Extended Merchants Area

New merchants have been added! Just across the street from the Convention Center and included on the bus route. More fabrics and notions to choose from. Also included are booths featuring ‘non-quilting’ merchandise: knitting, needlework, gifts ideas, etc.

Teacher Q&A Forum

Friday, February 29th, 6:00 p.m.

Have you ever wondered how world renowned teachers got started? Or where they find inspiration? Or, perhaps you want to know their secrets to organization and time management. Join us for our Teacher Forum with Jan Krentz, Jo Morton, Nancy Odom and Carol Taylor to learn answers to questions posed by the audience. Always an interesting and humorous evening, we never know what to expect!.

DISCOUNT: Receive a $2 discount for advance purchase. Forum tickets purchased by Feb.15 using the Workshop Registration Form are just $6 each. Tickets at the door will be $8.

Book Signing

Saturday, March 1, 1-2 p.m. Free

Most of the 2008 teachers are published authors of quilt books, patterns and articles on quilting. They will be signing copies of their books on Saturday, March 1 from 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. in the Convention Center lobby. Copies of their books will be available for sale, or bring your own copies to be signed. Take advantage of this opportunity to meet these talented and creative quilters.

Teachers' Showcase

Each instructor will bring a quilt to show her techniques and style of quilting. These will be displayed in the lobby of the Convention Center. Some of these quilts are award winners and all are sure to please.

Volunteers

This Quilt Show cannot operate without volunteers. The Indiana Heritage Quilt Show is managed by people who put in countless hours to bring outstanding quilts from across the country. Volunteers are needed for white glove hosts, admissions, and merchandise sales during the show so that everyone can enjoy these wonderful quilts. Please volunteer some of your time - a volunteer form is found on page 10 of the brochure or printable here. Contact volunteers@ihqs.org for more information. Thank you.

Guild Donation Quilts

Area guilds will bring their member-made quilts to the show to raise money for their organizations. These gorgeous quilts will be in the lobby of the Convention Center. Buying a ticket will give you an opportunity to donate to a worthy cause as well as a chance to win one of these wonderful quilts.

Stow-N-Go Room

IHQS will provide a free-of-charge checkroom where attendees can store large coats, jackets, packages, sewing machines and other items while visiting the show.

Food Service

Lunch will be available in the foyer between the Convention Center and the Courtyard by Marriott. Or, you can walk or take the bus to many of the fine food establishments available in downtown Bloomington.

Transportation

Hours: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Travel around Bloomington in style and convenience. A free bus will leave the Convention Center every half hour to take you to the museum exhibits. The pickup point is at the back entrance of the Convention Center. Ride Free.

Other Quilt Related Exhibits

(Brochure with most exhibits available here)

Mathers Museum

Open February 28th - March 1, 2008 - Tues - Fri 9 a.m.- 4:30 p.m and Sat 1 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Free

The Mathers Museum of World Cultures will continue its tradition of highlighting the works of local quilters in conjunction with the annual Indiana Heritage Quilt Show. In “Bee-Town Quilts: A Common Thread” the Museum will display the works of a local quilting bee which celebrates its 20th anniversary in 2008. The exhibit, will highlight pieces made by “A Common Thread” Bee ranging from traditional to contemporary designs and will feature a variety of styles and techniques used by local quilters.

If you have a disability and need assistance, special arrangements can be made to accommodate most needs. Please call 812-855-1696 for assistance.

The Museum is located at 416 North Indiana Avenue. Exhibit on display from January 25 through March 7, 2008. For more info please visist http://www.mathers.indiana.edu - Free.

Monroe County History Center

The History Center will again this year have beautiful quilts on display during the show, located at 202 E. 6th Street. It is on the bus route and Free with IHQS hand stamp.

Wylie House

Open February 28th - March 1, 2008 - 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Free

Built in 1835 as the home of Andrew Wylie, Indiana University’s first president, this stately brick house is now a museum recreating the early Wylie years. Quilts from the extensive Wylie collection will be on display. This exhibit changes each year, so visitors will not see the same quilts as in previous years. Wylie House is located on the free bus route at 317 E. 2nd Street.

Farmer House Museum

Open February 28th - March 1, 2008 - 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Free

The Farmer House Museum has completed phase one of its restoration. The 1861 portion of the house is the childhood home of William A. Rawles, first Dean of the Indiana University School of Commerce. Quilts from the Farmer Family collection and some contemporary quilts will be on display. The Farmer House is located on the bus route at 529 N. College Avenue.

John Waldron Arts Center

Open February 28th - March 1, 2008 - Mon - Fri 11 a.m – 5 p.m. and Sat. 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Free

The JWAC will have quilts from local artists on display. Located at 122 S. Walnut Street, just one block from the Convention Center and also on the bus route.

Hinkle-Garton Farmstead Museum & Historic Site

Open February 28th - March 1, 2008 - 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Free

On exhibit will be Family Patterns of Tradition, quilts made in western Kentucky by two sisters and their mother from the mid- to late 1900s. The pieces are a mix of traditional and published patterns including Laurel Wreath, Irishman’s Path, Road to Florida, Maple Leaf, Bear Paw, and Water Wheel.

It is located at 2920 E. 10th Street/State Hwy. 45, between the bypass and Pete Ellis Drive. For more information go to www.bloomingtonrestorations.org. Note: Not on IHQS bus route.

Motor Coach/Tour Groups

The Indiana Heritage Quilt Show welcomes motorcoach groups. A minimum of 20 people will be given a discount, but you must call in advance to make arrangements. Call Rob at 800-800-0037.