The Alameda Quilt Guild’s new exhibition at the Frank Bette Center for the Arts, 1601 Paru Street, showcases the intricate works of 11 talented local quiltmakers. The vibrant display of handcrafted quilts and other sewn items will be on display through December 21 and will be available for purchase—just in time for the holiday season. The gallery is open on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
In addition to the regular gallery hours, the public is invited to meet the quiltmakers and learn about their creative process at two receptions—Saturday, November 9, and Saturday, December 7, from 3 to 5 p.m.
This exhibition is the result of a collaboration between the Alameda Quilt Guild and the Frank Bette Center for the Arts, a nonprofit, volunteer-run organization dedicated to promoting creativity within the community. Housed in a charming yellow Victorian building, the center was gifted to Alameda by benefactor Frank Bette, who envisioned it as “a place for meetings, readings, showings, and other creative doings.” Since Bette’s passing in 1999, the center has become a beloved hub for art exhibitions, literary events, and workshops, building on Bette’s legacy of community service and creativity.
“We are thrilled to partner with the Frank Bette gallery for this show, which highlights the creativity and craftsmanship of Alameda’s quilting community,” said guild member Pauline Marx, who originally envisioned the event. “We invite the community to celebrate the beauty of quiltmaking with us and we look forward to welcoming new members who learn about us through this exhibit.”
Founded in January 2016, the Alameda Quilt Guild holds monthly meetings at Trinity Lutheran Church in Alameda. Members attend presentations, participate in workshops, and engage in community outreach projects. This quilt exhibition embodies the guild’s commitment to sharing knowledge and creating connections within Alameda.
