The Virginia Quilt Museum's Executive Director, Alicia Thomas, will be serving on the panel discussing "What to Know When Working with Museums" with Amy Loch and Andrea Finch at the 2025 Studio Art Quilt Associates Conference: Fabricating Excellence, to be held April 3-6, 2025 in beautiful St. Petersburg, Florida.

You are invited to join Alicia at a haven for art enthusiasts! Immerse yourself in St. Pete's dynamic art scene boasting world-class galleries and colorful street murals.

The conference site is at St. Petersburg’s Hilton Bayfront Hotel; a great location within the Waterfront Arts district. It has easy access to a thriving art scene that includes art galleries, museums, street art, and public installations.

Invigorate your imagination with this year’s world class speakers. You'll have a chance to ask questions from Lauren Austin, Elin Noble, Lisa Call, Hollis Chatelain, Shin-hee Chin, Susan Else, Kestrel Michaud, Pat Pauly, Sarah Sharp, and a panel of museum experts, including our vary own Alicia Thomas!

While there will a full schedule of presentations, but you’ll also have plenty of time to chat with other attendees, including at the Ice Breaker reception, Banquet Dinner, and more casual options.

This is a not-to-be-missed opportunity to connect with other artists, collectors, and industry professionals.

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