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The Kentucky Heritage Quilt Society is a statewide organization of quilt lovers, quilt makers and quilt collectors who are committed to promoting the understanding, appreciation and knowledge of the art and craft of quilt making. We support the collection and preservation of Kentucky quilts and the records of Kentucky quiltmakers and their work.

We offer several educational workshops and contests to our more than 450 members each year, and schedule quilt registry events throughout the state to preserve quilt history. Our annual meeting and Getaway event features a national or internationally renowned quilting instructor each year and draws about 150 quilters for three (3) days of quilting workshops and activities.

Kentucky’s very popular Quilter’s Day Out was founded by the Kentucky Heritage Quilt Society and we continue to support those events around the state as well.

KHQS GETAWAY JUNE 2025

Clarion Hotel and Conference Center

LEXINGTON, KY
June 18-21, 2025

Getaway is an annual 4-day gathering of hundreds of quilters from Kentucky and surrounding states offering classes, programs, vendors, sit and sew, door prizes, a huge silent auction and loads of fun and fellowship. Designed for beginners to advanced quilters, there is something for everyone.

Registration opens May 10^th!

You must be a member to register and participate, but annual dues are only $20. Join Now!

Along with two full days of classes taught by talented and experienced KHQS teachers, internationally renowned master quilter and creator Ricky Tims will present his 2-day Quilt Luminarium symposium on Friday, June 20th and Saturday, June 21st. Quilt Luminarium is a comprehensive symposium that demystifies seemingly complex concepts, teaches mastery of unique and unconventional techniques and helps you harness your creativity! Luminarium will expand your quilting toolbox and is truly for all quilters from beginner to advanced, from traditional to contemporary, and from modern to art. Click here for additional Ricky Tims Information

Registration opens
Saturday, May 10th at 9:00 am EST

See full details of all classes, activities, lodging, and frequently asked questions at the links below.

Getaway 2025 Brochure

Getaway 2025 General Schedule

Getaway 2025 Planning Sheet

Getaway 2025 Supply Lists and Bios

Getaway 2025 Menus

Click here for Getaway 2025 Frequently Asked Questions

Contact the Getaway Help Team for questions or assistance. email -vp@khqs.org or call (502-609-3450)

Zoom Across Kentucky - Sew Social
Moderated by Pat Jennings
Every Second Sunday 1-5 pm (EST) and Every Third Tuesday 10 am - 4:00 pm (EST)

Join us in this opportunity for quilters to gather virtually in the comfort of their own home, or perhaps two or more of you would like to gather somewhere in your home community and then join the online group. The format is casual and designed to evolve organically to meet the needs of those participating, but will include conversation, sharing, learning from one another, and so much more! You may come and go for all or part of the gathering.

Sunday Zoom Sew Social

Tuesday Zoom Sew Social

Upcoming KHQS activities to add to your calendar?

Spring Retreat March 6-9, 2025, will be at the Hardin County Extension Office. Registration will be Jan 25- Feb 8.

Getaway 2025, will be at the Clarion Hotel & Conference Center in Lexington June 18-21. Registration opens May 10! The featured teacher will be Ricky Tims. Ricky will be joining our own talented group of teachers.https://www.rickytims.com/

Quilting Adventures, Sandra Mollon's Thread Painting Class, August 16-18. More details coming soon!

Fall Retreat, Rough River State Park, October 16-19.

You must be a current member to attend KHQS events, Join KHQS today!

Every time you shop, you can help support the activities of KHQS. Both Kroger and Amazon have charitable giving programs. Click here to learn more.
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