Stitching Revolution in Massachusetts: Quilting & Cotillions

Dates: Saturday, June 28th and Sunday, June 29th all day
Location: Village Hall on the Common, 2 Oak St. Framingham

Open to Quilters Across New England! Interested in reserving your spot? Email us at claudia@framinghamhistory.org!

Generously funded by MA250, “Stitching Revolution in Massachusetts” is a hands-on celebration of the Bay State’s pivotal role in the American Revolution, combining history, creativity, and community.

Throughout the weekend, participants will design and sew quilt squares for a collaborative project inspired by Revolutionary themes while engaging with insightful talks from expert guest lecturers.

On Saturday, join us for an enchanting evening of traditional 18th-century dancing at the historic Village Hall on the Common. Enjoy live, period-appropriate music and dance just as they did in the 1700s. Each dance is taught by a caller and is easy enough for everyone to enjoy. It’s a unique chance to step back in time in this beautifully preserved historic setting.
Period attire is encouraged but not required. Refreshments will be served.

Guest Lecturers

Saturday, June 28th
9:30am: Anna Tucker – Women’s Sewing Circles
11am: Barbara Graceffa – Improv Quilting
2pm: Valaria Poitier – Every Quilt Has a Story

Sunday, June 29th
9:30am: Diana Annis – The Massachusetts Quilt Documentation Project
11am: Jim Parr & Kevin Swope – The American Revolution in Framingham
2pm: Astrid Reischwitz – Family History in Embroidery
3:30pm: Barb Vedder – Scrap Quilts

Traditional 18th Century Dancing
Saturday, June 28th 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Join us for a weekend of creativity, connection, and Revolutionary inspiration!

Contact FHC Programs Manager Claudia Ruiz at claudia@framinghamhistory.org for more information!