April 2018

New England’s Oldest And Largest Quilt Festival

Celebrating 43 Years
June 26-29, 2019

Festival Hours
Wednesday Awards Ceremony 6:00pm in Blue Ribbon Pavilion
Wednesday Preview 7pm-930pm
Thursday-Friday 9am-6pm
Saturday 9am-6pm (Quilt exhibits closing at 5pm)

Champlain Valley Exposition (CVE)
105 Pearl St. (VT Route 15)
Essex Junction, Vermont

Ticket Prices at the door:
One Day $12
Two Day $22
Three Day $32
Wednesday Champagne Preview $12

We have experienced over 40 years of sharing the beauty, creativity, artistry, and history of quilt making. In this, our 43rd year, we are looking forward to a full agenda that celebrates the history of quilt making, including an exhibit of antique quilts, as well as the opportunities and direction of the modern quilter. Our program embraces the past and introduces the innovations created by new generations of quilters.

We will once again offer contests, classes, presentations, shopping, and exhibits for all to enjoy and experience. Our photographers will be on the scene capturing these moments as they take place and continuing to record for us the rich tradition we celebrate.

Join us in Vermont this summer to appreciate, learn, and celebrate the rich history of quilting.

Contest

The Festival contest exhibits entries from the US, Canada, and abroad. Three renowned judges evaluate the entries in this non-juried contest. This year’s contest theme is “Color My World.” We also provide youth quilters with an opportunity to display their work.

Congratulations to all the past entrants and winners!

Quilts accepted into the contest have the opportunity to win one of the following awards:

• Janome America Best of Show Award
• Governor’s Award for Best Vermont Quilt
• Audrey LaValley Best Young Quilter Award/Bittersweet Fabric Shop
• Best Quilt Outside the USA
• Best Miniature
• Founder’s Award