New England is famous for its fall colors, but October 2016 in Boston is equally well known for the quilt scene. Here are six quilt destinations worth checking out this month.
- Folk Grafika features quilts by Maritza Soto in Somerville. The opening reception is Saturday, October 8 but the Washington Street Gallery is open every Saturday in October.
- In Lexington, the Rising Star Quilters will shine on October 14 and 15 with their fun filled destination quilt show. In addition to the display of member and benefit quilts, there’s a cafe, boutique, demonstrations and a scavenger hunt.
3. On October 23 and 23 at the Campus Center of the Middlesex Community College, the Burlington Quilters’ Guild hosts their annual show.
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- boasts several exhibits to tickle the quilt lover. Lowell is a textile lover’s paradise.
Enjoy the autumn colors and soak up those great quilting moments in New England.