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Quilt Square
Mount Desert Island Historical Society
  • Object, Quilt Block
  • October 1, 1862
Quilt Square
Mount Desert Island Historical Society
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  • mdihs-1592
Type:
  • Object, Quilt Block
Date:
  • October 1, 1862
Description:
Red and white cotton basket pattern square from “Friendship Quilt”. Made by May E. Read for a bride’s quilt. Inscription reads, “Please accept my best wishes for your future happiness.” In wooden frame under glass. Donor info - It was the custom at that time to present a bride with a “Friendship Quilt” made up of squares designed and made by friends. Then quilting parties were held and the quilt put together. Repaired and washed by Mrs. Barry Smith. May Read was from Swans Island. [show more]