America’s Tapestry: 13 Colonies. 13 Stories. 1 Nation
August 26 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
America’s Tapestry: 13 Colonies. 13 Stories. 1 Nation
June 19, 2026 thru September 6, 2026
10 am – 5 pm
Muscarelle Museum of Art
Admission: Free
Featuring 13 hand-embroidered panels, one for each of the original colonies, America’s Tapestry illustrates the diverse stories of individual contributions — many overlooked — that reveal each colony’s struggle for independence. Collaboratively stitched by artisans from New Hampshire to Georgia, the panels weave together stories from our nation’s founding through the medium of embroidery to commemorate our country’s 250th anniversary. The project was developed and curated by Stefan Romero. The Virginia panel was stitched at the Muscarelle by members of the Williamsburg Rose and Thistle Chapter of the Embroidery Guild of America, along with community volunteers, under the direction of Catherine Theron.
This exhibition, in collaboration with William & Mary’s Office of Strategic Cultural Partnerships, is supported by a grant from the Coby Foundation during The Year of Civic Leadership at William & Mary and the nationwide America250 celebration.
Visitor parking is free of charge. ***Aug 5-7*** The Boswell Parking lot is closed due to a repaving project. Visitors may park in the PBK Circle lot or Parking Deck during this time.
Tuesday – Friday: Parking is available directly in front of the museum in the Boswell Parking Lot. Please note your license plate number and register your vehicle at the Visitor Services Desk in the front lobby.
Weekends: All parking is free and open on weekends. Visitors may park in any lot adjacent to the museum. * Complimentary parking is available during museum hours.
