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The Vintage Vail Quilt that hangs in the Vail Public Library Community Room was donated to the Town of Vail, in 1982, by a group of 21 women who created the quilt to commemorate the 20th anniversary of Vail. The quilt has been on display in the library since 1986.
Each of the quilt squares depicts a different scene that represents an aspect of the Town of Vail. The various images were constructed by appliqué and embroidery techniques....
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The Vintage Vail Quilt was featured in a 26 September 1986 Vail Daily article was written by Gloria Bucco. The 19-square Vintage Vail Quilt created by 18 founding mothers and early residents of Vail.
The article features the designer and Vintage Vail Quilt concept originator, AnnaMaria Abbink, Vail Public Library Director, Charlyn Canada, and quilters Darlene Stadler, Monie Beal, Cecile Hofler, Heidi Mani and Anna Langegger.
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This image features the entire Vintage Vail Quilt. It was created circa 1982 by Vail founding mothers and early residents. The Vintage Vail Quilt is currently curated by and housed at Vail Public Library; it visually displays the history and heritage of Vail. Over 150 hours of labor and love are invested in the quilt.
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Interview of Terri Fray by Walter Gallacher discussing Teri's life and her participation in the Vintage Vail Quilt Project.
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Interview of Julie Dews by Walter Gallacher discussing Julie's life and her participation in the Vintage Vail Quilt Project
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Phone interview of Barbara Mooney by Walter Gallacher discussing Barbara's life and her participation in the Vintage Vail Quilt Project.
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This 22 December 1982 letter of thanks is addressed to Barbara Mooney. Mayor Rod Slifer acknowledges receipt of the Vintage Vail Quilt as a gift to the Town of Vail and his intent to house it in the Vail Public Library.
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