A Purple Patchwork Sewn in Sisterhood

A Purple Patchwork Sewn in Sisterhood

About

The Hampton Road's based 54-40 African American Quilters Guild of Virginia reflects on The Color Purple in this exhibition of their latest works. On view in the 1st-floor gallery of the Portsmouth Art and Cultural Center.

History: Quilts have been used throughout African American history to tell stories of slavery, segregation, and freedom; and it was also a way for African American women to bond in the 18th and 19th centuries.

This exhibit is on display Wednesday's - Sunday's, from March 22nd - July 20th, 2025.


Details

City of Portsmouth
Exhibit
400 High St.
Portsmouth, VA 23704

 

In the Area

1832 Cedar Grove Cemetery
Effingham Street and Fort Lane
Portsmoth
1762 Historic Trinity Episcopal Church
500 Court Street
Portsmouth