Quilters Hall of Fame Celebration
July 18 - July 20
Auctions, house tours, workshops, exhibits, and lectures by some of the biggest names in quilting, as well as the induction of the new honorees, Marianne Fons and Liz Porter. The duo has published numerous books, publications, created entertaining TV programs, dvd’s and engendered a love of quilting among enthusiasts.
Mary McElwain will also be inducted this year. Born in 1869, Mary was a talented needlewoman whose first love was quilts.
Displays, exhibits, appraisals, workshops, classes and lectures taught by the leading quilt experts held at Marion Public Library, the Marie Webster House, Sunnycrest Baptist Church, the Matter Park Garden House, and the Roseburg Event Center. Daily open house at the PCC & St. Louis Train Depot on Washington St. Live and Silent Auctions feature many treasures and all proceeds support the Quilters Hall of Fame.
General Show Hours Thursday – Friday 9am-5pm, Sat 9am-3pm. Three day admission to all venues $15, One day admission to all venues $8, One day admission to one venue $5, Children 12 and under free with paid adult. Special Meet & Greet with past honorees on July 21 from 1pm-3pm.
