Quilt collection celebrates American folk art
An exhibit displaying the handmade quilt collection of the late Barbara Leak of Glen Ellyn opens with a wine and cheese reception from 4 to 6 p.m. Saturday, April 9, at Stacy's Tavern Museum, 577 Geneva Road, Glen Ellyn.
The Barbara Ann Weber Leak Quilt Show will be open through Saturday, June 4.
The collection of traditional quilts reflects the essence of American folk art. Visitors also will have an opportunity to tour Stacy's Tavern Museum, an award winning 1846 traveler's inn and stagecoach stop furnished with examples of antique American country furniture.
Reception tickets are $10. The exhibit continues from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. Wednesdays and Saturdays through June 4. General admission is $5 for adults, $2.50 for youth younger than 18, and free for children 5 and younger.
Free parking is available at the Glen Ellyn History Center, 800 N. Main St. For details or ticket orders, call (630) 469-1867 or visit www.gehs.org.
If you go
What: Barbara Ann Weber Leak Quilt Show
When: April 9 to June 4
Where: Stacy's Tavern Museum, 577 Geneva Road, Glen Ellyn
Cost: $5 for adults, $2.50 for youths
Info: (630) 469-1867 or www.gehs.org