This preview of Episode 4 of the new nine-part documentary series Why Quilts Matter: History, Art & Politics will be followed by a conversation with Executive Producer and Host Shelly Zegart. Episode 4 features a discussion of how the quilt fits into the art vs. craft debate. Zegart is a co-founder of The Kentucky Quilt Project, Inc., The Alliance for American Quilts, and an expert at the forefront of quilt study for over three decades. After the program, light refreshments will be served in the exhibition Heartbeats: Art Quilts by Penny Sisto and visitors will have the opportunity to purchase the DVD and have it signed by Zegart. $5 per person, free to Carnegie Center members. Seating is limited, and reservations are required and must be made by September 13 (812-944-7336). Reservations are confirmed ONLY after payment in full. This event is sponsored by the Carnegie Center, Inc. Why Quilts Matter: History, Art & Politics was produced by The Kentucky Quilt Project, Inc. (www.whyquiltsmatter.org)
Contact Information
- Carnegie Center for Art & History
- 201 East Spring St., New Albany, IN 47150
- 812-944-7336
Event Time
- Tuesday, September 13, 2011
- 8:00 PM
Price
- $5 per person (Free for Carnegie Center members)

