"Sew and Tell: A Trunk Show” Presented by the Uhuru Quilters Guild at the Alexandria Black History Museum

Celebrate Women’s History Month with “Sew and Tell: A Trunk Show,” presented by the Uhuru Quilters Guild and hosted by the African American History division of the Office of Historic Alexandria on Saturday, March 22, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Alexandria Black History Museum, 902 Wythe Street, Alexandria, VA.  

Join us for an engaging and interactive program showcasing the intricate craftsmanship of African American quilters. This event will highlight the intricate art of quilting. Members of the Uhuru Quilters Guild will showcase some of their most creative pieces, sharing their artistic process and the innovative approaches they use to create these masterpieces. The Uhuru Quilters Guild is an African American Quilting guild based in Prince George’s County.

The event is included with museum admission: free for City of Alexandria residents and $3 per person for non-residents.

Purchase tickets: alexandriava.gov/Shop

For reasonable disability accommodation, contact Nicole Quinn at historicalexandria@alexandriava.gov or call 703.746.4554, Virginia Relay 711.

If you prefer communication in another language, free interpretation and translation services are available to you, please email LanguageAccess@alexandriava.gov or call 703-746-3960.

About Alexandria Black History Museum 

Alexandria Black History Museum is dedicated to enriching the lives of Alexandrians by preserving and promoting the history and achievements of African Americans in the region. Through its exhibitions, programs, and outreach initiatives, the museum fosters a deeper understanding and appreciation of the African American experience. For updates and to learn more visit: https://www.alexandriava.gov/BlackHistory

About the Office of Historic Alexandria

The Office of Historic Alexandria preserves and shares the history of the City of Alexandria with eight museums, historic sites, archives, archaeology, tours, exhibits and public programs. Through powerful storytelling and confronting the City’s past, Historic Alexandria enriches the present and inspires the future. We enhance the quality of life for residents and visitors and serve as a partner in the City’s equity and inclusion initiatives. For more information, visit alexandriava.gov/Historic.