The National Museum of the American Coverlet is dedicated to showcasing the history and beauty of the coverlet as an art form. While quilts were made with pieces of fabric stitched together, coverlets were made on a loom in one piece. These were then used as the top-most cover on a bed, for decoration, protection, and warmth. Current visitors can check out the 500 coverlets currently on display at the museum. Along with the coverlets, visitors will get looks at the furniture used with the coverlets from that time period, as well as the looms and spindles that were used to create these types of coverings.

322 S. Juliana Street, Bedford, PA 15522, Phone: 814-623-1588

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