September 24, 3 p.m.  – Lynne Bassett: “Herstory” in Civil War Quilts
Looking at the Civil War through textiles allows us to understand the experience of the war in different terms than the usual analysis of battle strategy and heralding of military heroes.  Quilts in particular, with their implicit and explicit messages, offer the opportunity to examine the experiences of civilians—especially women―on the homefront.  This lecture by Quilt Historian Lynne Bassett focuses on the quilts that women created to declare their patriotism and support their fighting menfolk.  Included is a discussion on the 1863 Jane Stickle Quilt.  $5 for members, $7 for not-yet-members.  Does not include general admission to the galleries.