New quilt book

Explore our world-class American quilt collection in a newly published book available to buy at the Gallery Shop now – the perfect gift for yourself or a fellow quilt fan.

More than 50 quilts and their unique stories are featured, beautifully illustrated with stunning photography that celebrates the skill and artistry of these textiles. The selection of much-loved favourites as well as new acquisitions that have never been published before includes early whole-cloth quilts, pieced and appliquéd work, Hawaiian and Amish quilts, and the African American quilts of Gee's Bend. 

Written by Katherine Hebert, Chief Curator and quilt expert at the American Museum & Gardens.