Stitching Revolution in Massachusetts: Quilting & Dancing

Dates: Saturday, June 28th and Sunday, June 29th all day

Location: Village Hall on the Common, 2 Oak St. Framingham

Stitching Revolution in Massachusetts is a hands-on weekend blending quilting, history, and 18th-century dance, all in celebration of Massachusetts’ pivotal role in the American Revolution. Open to everyone—from experienced quilters and history lovers to curious visitors—this two-day event at the historic Framingham’s Village Hall on the Common, invites the community to connect through creativity, storytelling, and movement. Generously funded by MA250, the program highlights the Bay State’s rich Revolutionary heritage in an engaging and accessible way.

Community Quilting

Open to all quilters across New England! All weekend long, quilters and beginners alike can take part in creating quilt squares inspired by Revolutionary War themes. Yes, you can bring your machines and Revolutionary-era fabrics! These squares will be combined into a community quilt that tells a story through fabric. Materials will be provided, and guidance will be available—just come ready to sew and share.

Guest Lecturers

Enjoy a great lineup of talks happening throughout both days in the same venue. Topics range from quilting traditions and family storytelling through embroidery, to local Revolutionary history.

Saturday, June 28th

9:30am: Anna Tucker – Women’s Sewing Circles
11am: Barbara Graceffa – Unintentionally on Purpose: An Introduction to Improv Quilts
2pm: Valaria Poitier – Every Quilt Has a Story

Sunday, June 29th

9:30am: Diana Annis – The Massachusetts Quilt Documentation Project
11am: Jim Parr & Kevin Swope – The American Revolution in Framingham
2pm: Astrid Reischwitz – Family History in Embroidery
3:30pm: Barb Vedder – Scrap Quilts

Traditional 18th Century Dancing

Saturday, June 28th 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Join us for a lively evening of 18th-century dancing with live period music in the beautifully preserved Village Hall. Each dance is taught by a caller—no experience needed. Period clothing is welcome but not required. Light refreshments will be served.

For Visitors from Out of Town

We’ll provide a list of local eateries and lodging options near the venue to help you plan your stay in Framingham. Whether you’re coming for the day or the whole weekend, we’ve got you covered.

Questions?
Contact Claudia Ruiz, FHC Programs Manager: claudia@framinghamhistory.org