Kindred Spirits: A Convergence of African American Quilters
In June 2023 & 2025, African American quilters from across the country joined together in Durham, NC to explore African American quilting, network, and celebrate the legacy of Juneteenth.
Individuals who identify as African American · June 19-21, 2025, Juneteenth weekend
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Join us in Durham, NC, for Kindred Spirits: A Convergence of African American Quilters, a time of sisterhood, exploration, and fun during Juneteenth weekend, June 19-21, 2025.
Featuring a variety of workshops from some of the top quilting professionals in the country and a pop-up quilt show, this event is an opportunity to explore African American quilting, network, and celebrate the legacy of Juneteenth. Note that the conference is designed for individuals who identify as African American. The public is welcome to attend the pop-up quilt show, Space and Time: Quilting Afrofuturism (Exhibition + Reception) on Friday, June 20, from 6:00–9:00 at The Durham Convention Center, Durham, NC.
Questions
Who is the conference designed for?
Note that the conference is designed for individuals who identify as African American.
Is registration open?
Registration is now closed!
When is the public quilt show?
The public is welcome to attend the pop-up quilt show, Space and Time: Quilting Afrofuturism (Exhibition + Reception) on Friday, June 20, from 6:00–9:00 at The Durham Convention Center, Durham, NC.
What are the quilt dimensions for the quilt show?
Quilt dimensions : Maximum 15 inches wide and 60 inches length, thus allowing you to bring the quilt in your luggage or carry-on. Please feel free to bring a larger quilt from your own collection.
Details
- Who
- Individuals who identify as African American
- When
- June 19-21, 2025, Juneteenth weekend
- Where
- Durham, NC
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