Alabama Cotton & Bemis Bags: Quilt History Lecture with Sarah Bliss Wright

Join us for an enlightening presentation as part of the Fall 2024 Arts & Culture Series presented by the Oxford Arts Council: **Alabama Cotton and Bemis Bags, Pieced into Quilt History**. Led by renowned textile artist and quilt historian **Sarah Bliss Wright**, this lecture delves into the fascinating intersection of textile art, history, and industry. Discover how Alabama cotton and Bemis Brothers Bag Company played a pivotal role in the creation of feed sack quilts, which became an iconic expression of American women’s resourcefulness from 1930 to 1950.

Wright's expertise brings the history of these colorful patterned quilts to life, illustrating how they not only served practical purposes but also became a canvas for creativity. Learn about the evolution of cotton bags from a rural household necessity to a symbol of artistic repurposing, and how the Bemis Bag Company became central to this story. Whether you're a quilter, historian, or simply curious about Alabama’s rich textile heritage, this presentation offers a unique perspective on the art and industry behind these cherished quilts.
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