The Southport Quilters' annual show is September 10 to October 15.  The Anderson Arts Center on the lakefront in Kenosha is a wonderful venue.    Since it is an art gallery the displays and the lighting highlight all of the quilts.  No pipe and drape or crowded aisles here.   

The show is free.  There is a gift shop with pottery, jewelry, notecards, and framed art -- but no vendors to tempt visitors with fabric.

Here are pictures from my visit Saturday afternoon.






Local quilt shows have such a variety and provide great inspiration.  I have photos of the artists' statements if you ...

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