Crafternoon: Community Quilt

Celebrating Black History Month, this weeks craft we will be creating our very own community quilt! 

Though quilts were not invented by African  Americans, quilts have a deep and rich history among the African American community. African Americans used quilts to share secret messages to travel through the Underground Railroad. While quilting was not a unique making of African American peoples, some of the African traditions transferred to African American quilt making. 

Today we will be making our own community quilt reflecting our community and backgrounds that will be available on display at your library. 

Supplies:

• Fabric square
• Markers or paint

*All supplies are provided but quantities are limited and available on a first-come, first-serve basis.*
Sponsored by the Friends of the Dallas Public Library

For more ways to celebrate Black History Month check out our other programs!