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* Needle Art 2010 Press Release *
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| Where: |
Montpelier Mansion
9650 Muirkirk Road
(Muirkirk Road at Route 197)
Laurel, Maryland 20708
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| Contact Info: |
Tel.: (301) 377-7817, TTY: (301) 699-2544
www.pgparks.com
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| When: |
Opening Reception – Friday, July 16, 3 to 7pm
Exhibit – Saturday, July 17 – FRIDAY, July 30, 11am to 4pm daily. Note: the newly added hours of exhibit for 2010!
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| What: |
Stitching Pretty Ltd,, The Friends of Montpelier and the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission are proud to present the 15th annual Needleart Exhibit. The mansion will be filled with an inspirational array of stitched art, from needlepoint to ribbon work, beading to pulled thread, as well as basics such as cross stitch. There is also a special category for juniors. Judges choose winners in several categories, and visitors are invited to vote for the “People’s Choice” award. Demonstrations of various forms of needleart given daily. There will also be vendors including needlework, needlework supplies, jewelry, soaps and glasswork.
This year’s special exhibit will celebrate gardens. A special request has been sent out for pieces pertaining to and about gardening, flowers, etc. We will also present a special category ribbon to the judges choice in this theme.
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| Ages: |
All Ages |
| Cost: |
$6 adults / $5 seniors / $3 children |