Brought to you by the Museum of Durham History 

Create your own Storyquilt!  

Presented by The Museum of Durham History, Durham County Library, Durham Library Foundation, and the Forest at Duke, this year's Library Fest is themed "The Nature Edition," exploring nature in its broadest sense - encompassing not only the natural world but also the intrinsic characteristics of our lives and memories.

The highlight of the week is the "Nature of Preserving Family Memories through Quilting" workshop, where attendees will have the opportunity to create their own story quilts under the guidance of experienced artists and storytellers. A story quilt, a captivating collage of symbols and shapes stitched together with fabric, serves as a visual narrative of personal or shared memories.

Kicking off the event is renowned quilter Sauda A. Zahra, who will share insights into the creation of the Durham History Quilt, currently on display at the Museum of Durham History. Zahra will showcase the Museum’s innovative "Memories of Durham Digital Story Quilt" interactive website as a source of inspiration for participants.

From 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM, attendees will have the privilege of working with teaching artist Delaney Susi, who will provide materials and techniques for crafting their unique story quilts. Whether depicting Durham landmarks, cherished family tales, or original designs inspired by personal narratives, participants will have the opportunity to bring their stories to life using simple fabric collage techniques appropriate for all levels.

Sauda A. Zahra, the Project Lead for the Museum of Durham History Story Quilt Project, will reflect on the evolution and significance of the Memories of Durham Story Quilt, which was conceived from interviews conducted with Durham residents recounting memories from the 1940s to the 1980s in the Museum's Story Room.

Delaney Susi, a multifaceted artist & educator, has been leading community arts projects in Durham since 2017. Her passion for uniting art and narratives has made her an important part of the local creative scene.

Registration for the workshop is encouraged. Participants need only register the child, teen, or family attending the program. Adults without children are also warmly welcomed to join in the festivities.

Don't miss this opportunity to delve into the world of storytelling through quilting and create lasting memories with your loved ones at Library Fest 2024.

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About the Museum of Durham History (MoDH)  Founded in 2013, the Museum of Durham History is an emerging and innovative 21st-century museum that uses stories about people, places and things to foster curiosity, encourage further exploration and promote an understanding of diverse perspectives about the Durham community and its history. The museum is located at 500 W. Main St., in the heart of Durham’s vibrant downtown. The museum is open Tuesday-Saturday from 10am to 5pm and Sunday 12pm to 5pm. For more information, see modh.org.

Accessibility questions please contact choltzmann@dconc.gov

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Brought to you by the sponsors of Library Fest 2024 - The Nature Edition