Quilting in Paducah

Welcome to Quilt City, USA. Here, creativity is stitched into the very fabric of the community. At the heart of it all is the world-renowned National Quilt Museum, where artistry, innovation, and tradition converge in awe-inspiring exhibitions. Quilters, fiber artists, and curious travelers from around the globe find their way to Paducah each April for AQS QuiltWeek, one of the largest and most celebrated quilting events in the nation. This multi-day festival transforms our historic river city into a colorful patchwork of creativity, inspiration, and community.

Discover a vibrant selection of quilt and fabric shops like Hancock's of Paducah, Muppin's Sewing Emporium, and specialty machine dealers offering top brands including BERNINA, Brother, Baby Lock, and Juki. Whether you're a seasoned stitcher or just getting started, Paducah offers many ways to connect, create, and carry home something meaningful. Plan your visit today and experience why Paducah continues to be a thread that ties generations of makers together.

AQS QuiltWeek

Celebrate quilting on a grand scale each April with vibrant exhibits, competitions, and creative energy filling every corner of Paducah.

Quilt and Fabric Shops

Explore Paducah’s rich selection of quilt shops and fabric retailers, stocked with top brands, patterns, and creative inspiration.

We Quilt This City Shop Hop

Explore the charming Downtown and Lower Town areas, where you’ll discover an array of local quilting and sewing shops, brimming with fabrics, patterns, and supplies.

Creative Experiences

Get hands-on with Paducah’s artistic spirit through workshops like pottery making, barn quilt painting, and more immersive maker activities.

Group Travel Toolkit

Bringing a group to Paducah? Find group-friendly hotels and restaurants, sample itineraries, and signature experiences in our Group Travel Toolkit.

 

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