It’s not too late to join in the fun! Iowa Quilt Festival Retreat Wednesday June 4 Through Friday June 6 Whether you’re a seasoned quilter or just getting started, the Iowa Quilt Festival Quilt Retreat is the perfect way to sew, connect, and celebrate the joy of quilting in the heart of Iowa! This year, … Read more

From Tiny Pieces to Big Moments A Note from Director Melody Reels Our new exhibit Tiny Pieces, Vast Visions is up — and it’s absolutely wowing visitors! It opened April 22 and features art quilts that are both powerful and breathtaking. Even if your heart leans toward more traditional quilts, I encourage you to stop … Read more

Hello Spring, Goodbye “Iowa Quilts!” A Note from Director Melody Reels March marks my one-year anniversary as Director of the Iowa Quilt Museum — and I can hardly believe how quickly the time has flown! While I’m not a quilter…yet…this past year has been an incredible journey of learning about the art of quilting and … Read more

Irene Roderick Teaching “Dancing With The Wall: Improv” Join Irene’s Quilting Class on Wednesday June 4, 9am-5pm Irene Roderick’s artwork is rooted in textile arts, with a focus on quilt making and fabric dyeing. Trained as a painter, she has always been fascinated by the power of pattern and color, and how these elements can … Read more