The Dorchester Heritage Center’s 9th Annual Quilt Show is set for December 4-11 at our St. George location. Make plans to attend this special community event that showcases our local quilters and the stories they tell with precision, skill, and creativity, through a traditional craft that dates back to the 17th century. Our expanded 2026 show promises to be the best yet, with new themed categories such as America 250 and Christmas, along with an added children’s division.
Quilters of every experience level are encouraged to participate! Registration information and key details are highlighted below:
1. Registration is on a first come basis.
2. Registration will open on October 1 and must be received by the deadline of 4:00 PM on November 20.
3. Participants can enter more than one quilt; however, only one per category. (Quilt, Wall, Baby/Lap, etc)
4. Entered quilts must not have been a winner at a previous DHC Quilt Show.
5. Quilts must be turned in by 4pm on November 24.
6. Use a separate Entry Form for each entered quilt. Entries can be made either online or by mail. Description section must be filled out to display quilt.
7. Quilts sold during the show must remain on display until the show closes. The DHC retains 10% of the sale price.
8. No entry will be taken down before the end of the show. No item will be returned to its owner until all entries are down and ready for return beginning on December 14.
9. Entries may be shipped back if postage is provided in advance.
10. There will be a $5.00 registration fee per 2 quilts. Each entrant will receive a pass for one free entry to the quilt show.
IMPORTANT DATES
OCT 1 REGISTRATION OPENS
NOV 20 REGISTRATION CLOSES
NOV 24 QUILTS DUE AT CENTER
DEC 4-11 QUILT SHOW
DEC 14 QUILT PICK UP
CHANGES THIS YEAR
1. Themed categories
2. $5 registration fee
3. Quilt show entrants may attend the event at no charge
Our registration packet contains all of the tips and information you’ll need for a successful entry and a rewarding show. Click the link to download the official Dorchester Heritage Center’s 9th Annual Quilt Show Registration.
We greatly appreciate the support of our sponsors for the DHC Quilt Show! Three different levels of sponsorship are available. Click here to learn more: Sponsorship Package