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Kindred Spirits: A Convergence of African American Quilters
June 15, 2023 @ 1:00 pm - June 17, 2023 @ 5:00 pm
$125.00 – $225.00Featuring a variety of workshops from some of the top quilting artists and professionals in the country, plus a pop-up quilt show, Kindred Spirits: A Convergence of African American Quilters, is an opportunity to explore African American quilting, network and celebrate the legacy of Juneteenth. More Information: HERE
Workshop leaders: Cookie Washington, Kena Dorsey, Aisha Lumumba, and Kianga Jinaki.
Featured speakers: Dr. Reneé Anderson, Collections Manager at the National Museum of African American History and Culture at the Smithsonian, in conversation with Marshall Price, Chief Curator and Nancy A. Nasher and David J. Haemisegger Curator of Modern and Contemporary Art, at the Nasher Museum in Durham, NC.
Conference Director: Kimberley Pierce Cartwright began her artistic career as a quilter and painter in 2006. Learn more about Kimberley here.
Pop Up Quilt Show: We hope you will bring a Deconstructing the Mammy Archetype quilt for our pop-up quilt show, which will be on display for attendees during the quilt conference from June 15-17. The public may view the quilt show on June 16 during our Third Friday celebration of Juneteenth from 6:00-9:00 pm.
Lodging: We have arranged a block of rooms at the nearby Springhill Suites. You may book your rooms online at this link. Please note you must reserve your rooms by May 14 in order to receive the special rate.
Cost: Equity: $125 ; Standard: $175 ; Pay It Forward: $225. (Includes conference, reception, and two lunches. Does not include lodging.) Read more about pricing on the “register” tab here.
Scholarships also available. Contact info@rcwms.org.
Contact: RCWMS, info@rcwms.org.
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