American Folk Art and the Art of Quilting
Date and Time
Saturday May 7, 2016
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM CDT
Saturday, May 7, 2:00 PM Saturday, May 7, 2:00 PM
Location
Glen Ellyn History Center 800 N. Main Street Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
Fees/Admission
Free - no charge
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Contact Information
Karen Hall
Executive Director
630-469-1867
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Description
Vic Carapella, noted local expert in Folk Art, presents a broad overview of the thriving field of American Folk Art. The program is presented at the Glen Ellyn History Center, 800 N. Main Street on Saturday, May 7 at 2:00 PM. There is no charge for this program and refreshments are served. Since the mid-1970's, quilting has been accepted into this genre. Vic Carapella will explain the history of quilting and how it transformed itself from the creation of practical blankets. Call 630-469-1867 for information or check the website at www.glenellynhistory.org.
