By Daily Press staff
The California Heritage Museum exhibition “California Art Quilts” has been extended due to popular demand. The show, which was due to close on August 13, will now run through Oct. 29 and a lecture by renowned curator Sandi Fox has been added to the program.
“We have been overwhelmed by the response to this exhibition,” said Museum Director Tobi Smith. “Visitors have traveled statewide to see it. The quilts are all by recognized quilt artists and the level of originality and sophistication sets new standards in fiber art.”
The exhibition, which was selected by Fox, retired collection curator of quilts at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art and Michael Trotter, curator at the California Heritage Museum, brings together work from 30 members of Studio Art Quilt Associates (SAQA) — a national organization founded by Yvonne Porcella to encourage innovation in quilt art.
SAQA artists pursue their own unique visions through the medium of fabric. Some make abstract pieces that capture mood and flow, others engage with environmental concerns; some use humor; others layer images and symbols in their work.
To celebrate the extended opening, Fox will make a public appearance on Tuesday, Oct. 17 at 7 p.m. to talk about the history of the California quilt.
In “California Bound, California Made,” Fox will follow the development of quilts from those made as community gifts for westward-bound settlers to the distinctive California Art Quilts seen in the Museum’s current exhibition. Admission is $5, and reservations are required. Call the museum at (310) 392 8537 to reserve a place. Refreshments will be served.
The California Heritage Museum is located in a 1894 Historic Landmark house, at 2612 Main Street in Santa Monica. Hours are Wednesday through Sunday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The last tour is at 3:30 p.m. Parking is free and handicapped facilities are available. Phone the museum at (310) 392-8537 for details. Whole Foods supports organic research
Originally published in the Santa Monica Daily Press print edition on August 11, 2006. Read the original PDF.