19 June – 6 September 2026
America’s Tapestry
Thirteen hand-embroidered panels telling the story of the original colonies — stitched by over a thousand volunteers, now touring the nation through 2028.
What is America’s Tapestry?
Created to commemorate our country’s 250th anniversary, America’s Tapestry weaves together stories from our nation’s founding through the medium of embroidery.
Thirteen embroidered panels were designed by our creative team in collaboration with historical organizations from each of the original colonies, and stitched over 18 months by volunteer embroiderers in each state, led by our state directors. The completed Tapestry is now touring prominent gallery spaces on a three-year exhibition through to 2030.
America’s Tapestry enriches our understanding of our shared heritage, while promoting the art of American needlework — visitors can learn about the revolution and engage in the historic practice of needlework.
About the projectDocumentary excerpt: “The Making of America’s Tapestry”
Thirteen colonies, thirteen panels
Each panel is 40″ × 50″ of hand embroidery, telling a lesser-known story of its colony’s road to independence.
Latest News
July 2026 Update
America's Tapestry opens at the Muscarelle Museum of Art, our online shop launches, the project reaches NBC Nightly News and PBS, and meet Massachusetts stitcher Anne Hart-Davies.
June 2026 Update
America's Tapestry debuts at the Muscarelle Museum of Art. Join us for the opening celebration on Sunday, June 21 — a stitching showcase, a panel discussion with our State Directors, and an evening reception.
May 2026 Update
The first phase ends as every panel travels to the textile mounter, the Crate History Campaign closes a smashing success, six states celebrate their finished work, and meet Georgia stitcher Dorothy Waits.
Take the Tapestry home
Fine-art prints, exhibition posters, and postcards of every colony panel — printed on demand and shipped to your door.