Newport Show 2024

7 Loan Exhibition Stitches in Time: Needlework and Quilts From the Collections of the Newport Historical Society and the South County Museum Sampler by Mary (Shrieve) Mumford, circa 1754. Newport Historical Society 2018.013.001. Purse, circa 1750. Newport Historical Society 01.209 Showcased here are domestic textiles and needlework pieces from the collections of the Newport Historical Society and the South County Museum. The captivating color and texture of the artifacts reflect the richness of the social networks that helped to create them. Handcrafted textiles frequently carry personal stories. Quilts and needlework passed down through generations can narrate familial connections, milestones, and memories. These seemingly humble objects speak to how traditions are preserved and provide a record of social changes. They are a tangible link between the past, present and future.