Airing of the Quilts 2026

Join us in Hamilton Missouri, decked out in more than a thousand quilts, on August 14 & 15, 2026 for our annual Airing of the Quilts weekend.

Traditionally, throughout history, quilts were taken outside a few times a year to AIR them out to remove the accumulation of dust and build up during the winter months. Thus the Airing of the Quilts was born. We love this annual tradition and look forward to having you join us.

This ticket is good for entry into the Missouri Quilt Museum and all additional indoor and outdoor display areas included in the Airing of the Quilts event.

Missouri Quilt Museum

Hamilton United Methodist Church

Sacred Heart Catholic Church

Apostolic Lighthouse Church

Hamilton Community Theater

JC Penney Boyhood Home

JC Penney Museum

Susie's She Shed

Morning Star Inn Cottage House

Tickets purchased online will also receive a free ticket to our quilt raffle!

In addition to these indoor locations, hundreds of quilts will be displayed by residents and businesses throughout the community.

During the Airing we will also celebrate FABRIC FEST!

Join us for our best fabric sale of the year! Discounted fabric, fabric by the pound and quilts for sale! Stay tuned for releases on fabric pricing and options!

You don't want to miss it!

****BRING YOUR RECEIPT AND CHECK IN AT THE MISSOURI QUILT MUSEUM ON August 14th (10-5) & 15th (10-4) TO RECEIVE YOUR WRIST BAND FOR THE EVENT****

Maps and addresses of locations will be given on day of the event. Purchase is valid for both days.

Missouri Quilt Museum 300 East Bird, Hamilton MO

"It is the mission of the Missouri Quilt Museum to depict the history of quilting and sewing in North America by offering visual and interactive opportunities that educate and engage visitors in experiences that encourage an active interest in quilting and sewing."

This fundraising event will support the Museum's operating expenses and preservation endeavors. The MQM is a non profit 501(c)(3).