Welcome
The American Quilt Study Group establishes, sustains, and promotes the highest standards for quilt-related studies. We stimulate, nurture, and affirm engagement in quilt studies and provide opportunities for its dissemination.
Sally Garoutte (1925-1989), Founder of AQSG
The American Quilt Study Group is a non-profit quilt research organization with over 1,000 members in the U.S. and abroad. Members of the American Quilt Study Group participate in the effort to preserve quilt heritage through our various publications, extensive research library, yearly seminar and membership contacts. Membership is comprised of traditional and contemporary quilt artists, quilt lovers, historians, researchers, collectors, dealers, folklorists, authors, museum curators, quilt appraisers, and students of women's studies.
Sally Garoutte founded the organization in Mill Valley, California, in 1980. What began as a small group gathered around Sally's kitchen table has grown into a unique and highly respected international organization.
We invite you to browse our pages to learn more about the organization, including details on member benefits and publication ordering information. You will find the answers to commonly asked questions by visiting our FAQ's page.