Morehead in Rowan County, Kentucky — The American South (East South Central)

Quilting Memories

Photographed by Don Morfe, April 15, 2014

1. Quilting Memories Marker

Inscription. Quilting and farming are two important aspects of Kentucky culture. Pairing a barn with a quilt pattern not only honors both, but recognizes the rural heritage that has been the fabric of America since colonial days. The Foothills Quilt Trail Committee strives to preserve quilt history as well as stimulate interest in the preservation of barns and their historical significance. This statue honors quilters. The colors and artistry of their hand work warmed families and adorned homes. Quilting has emerged from craft status to a form of modern art. Through quilt projects, our goal is to encourage art appreciation, local history, community pride and economic support. The Foothills Quilt Trail Committee: Edna Alcorn, Carita Bergelin, Jean Cline, Carmileta Evans, Priscilla Gotsick, Susan Hyatt, Marti Knipp, Cathy Leach, Gladys McDaniel, Walt Rybka, Betty Sharp, Karen J. Slone, Rosemary Stokes, Larry Wilson--Stephen Tirone, Sculptor.

Erected 2009 by The W. Paul and Lucille Caudill Little Foundation, Inc. and The Foothills Quilt Trail Committee.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Agriculture

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• Arts, Letters, Music • Women.

Location. 38° 11.07′ N, 83° 25.998′ W. Marker is in Morehead, Kentucky, in Rowan County. It is on East Main Street. This marker is on the grounds of the old Rowan County Courthouse. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Morehead KY 40351, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in Kentucky’s Outer Bluegrass and in the Cumberland Plateau.

It is also in the American South,

specifically in the Upper South,

in Appalachia,

and specifically in Southern Appalachia. Globally, it is in North America,

the Western Hemisphere,

the Western World,

and the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once the territory of the Mississippian Culture

and also the Antebellum South.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Courthouse Burned (a few steps from this marker); Colonel John Hargis (a few steps from this marker); Freedom Park (within shouting distance of this marker); Spirit of the American Doughboy (within shouting distance of this

Photographed by Don Morfe, April 15, 2014

2. Quilting Memories Marker

marker); Allie Young Law Office (within shouting distance of this marker); Moonlight Schools (about 500 feet away, measured in a direct line); National Register Historic District / Morehead State University (about 700 feet away); Rowan County War Memorial (approx. 0.2 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Morehead.

Another marker is no longer nearby. County Named, 1856 (was a few steps from this marker but has been permanently removed).

Photographed by Don Morfe, April 15, 2014

3. Quilting Memories Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on September 21, 2020. It was originally submitted on May 17, 2014, by Don Morfe of Baltimore, Maryland. This page has been viewed 634 times since then and 32 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on May 17, 2014, by Don Morfe of Baltimore, Maryland. • Bill Pfingsten was the editor who published this page.