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Stitch in Time Quilt Show

Location of Southwest Virginia Museum in Virginia

Where

Southwest Virginia Museum, 10 West First St. N., Big Stone Gap, VA 24219.
Museum Building

When

March 1, 2026 1:00 p.m. - March 22, 2026 5:00 p.m.

The Southwest Virginia Museum Historical State Park is now accepting entries for the “Stitch in Time” Quilt Show. In its 29th season, this annual exhibit honors both past and present quilters and features quilts not only from the Museum’s collection but also from members of the community who display quilts from their own collections.

If you are interested in participating in the 29th annual quilt show, please call the park at (276) 523-1322 to request an entry form. Entries will be accepted from Sunday, March 1, until 5 p.m. on Sunday, March 22, 2026.

The “Stitch in Time” Quilt Show will be open for public viewing in the museum from Wednesday, April 1, through Sunday, May 31. Regular admission rates apply-: adults $5, children ages 6–12 $3, children under 6 free; group rates are available.

For more information about the 29th annual “Stitch in Time” Quilt Show, please call the park at (276) 523-1322.

Quilts

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: $5 $3, children under 6 free; group rates are available..
Registration required: Yes.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 276-523-1322
Email Address: SWVAMuseum@dcr.virginia.gov