Now on exhibit at the Pinkney Museum:
The Norwalk Quilt Trail: May 14 – November 16

A Common Thread: Family History Told through Quilting illustrates important milestones and events in family life through the medium of quilts. The Rowayton Historical Society has collected almost 30 quilts from town residents and their own collection that tell stories of family love, loss, joy, pioneering spirit, aesthetic beauty and community. The exhibit also features quilts from the Society’s collection that include yo-yo quilts from the 1930’s, embroidered, patchwork and appliqué quilts and a signature quilt from one of Norwalk’s oldest families, the Raymonds. Also on display will be quilts that highlight Norwalk’s contribution to maritime and industrial growth in New England. These include two 19th century ribbon quilts made from hatbands, ribbons and clothing tags manufactured in the factories of Norwalk. You can also see a 19th century red and white Hawaiian quilt that demonstrates how different artistic practices were transmitted and adopted by divergent cultures in the age of shipping. The exhibition aims to illustrate how quilts and quilt making described and preserved the ties of family and community in a small New England town.

Pinkney Park, 177 Rowayton Ave., Norwalk, CT 06853
Hours Tuesday: 9:30am-3:00pm; Friday: 2:00-5:00pm; Sundays in June: 1:00-4:00pm
Admission Adults: $5; Children (12 yrs. and under): Free

As part of the Norwalk Quilt Trail, over 100 quilts will be on display at diverse cultural heritage and tourism sites around the City of Norwalk. This is the first major collaboration between the city’s museums and will lay the foundation for sharing resources in future projects.

For more information about this exhibit and the hours and locations of the other venues, please visit the Quilt Trail's website at www.norwalkquilttrail.org.