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1. African American Quilting Traditions

   See pictures of African-American quilts and find out about the various purposes for which they were made.

   http://xroads.virginia.edu/~UG97/quilt/atrads.html

   
   

2. America Quilts

   PBS special that explores the history, art, and personal stories of quilt-making in America. Includes a glossary, quilt quiz, and tips for making quilts.

   http://www.pbs.org/americaquilts/

   
   

3. Florida Quilt Collection

   Information on different quilts spanning Florida's history from the Territorial period to the present. From the Museum of Florida History.

   http://www.flheritage.com/museum/collections/quilts/

   
   

4. Quilts, Counterpanes, and Throws

   A selection of quilted and handcrafted blankets with historical notes from the Smithsonian Institution.

   http://americanhistory.si.edu/quilts/index.htm

   
   

5. Southern Quilting

   Learn about the history of quilting in the South, and read personal stories from quilters.

   http://xroads.virginia.edu/~UG97/quilt/opening.html

   
   

6. Stitch a Quilt

   Learn about the role quilting played in American history.

   http://www.americaslibrary.gov/cgi-bin/page.cgi/jp/quilt

   
   

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