Do you love quilts? We need your help.

Antique quilts represent daily life, family lore and our state history.

The Vermont Historical Society textile collection includes over 225 quilts and bed-coveringsQuilt that document over 200 years of Vermont-made or Vermont-owned handiwork.

VHS Textiles Need TLC

Unfortunately, these fragile textiles are sagging, straining the delicate fabrics. They need a new storage system.

Can You Help?

We have a grant of $5,000 toward the cost of the new system -- we need to raise $3,700 more. Your donation would help save these beautiful artifacts for Vermonters to see, enjoy and learn from for years to come.

To make a donation or get more information, please contact Jane Campbell, at 802.479.8516 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. , or donate online by clicking here.

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