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Ford House Hosts 'Tea & Textile' Lecture

The Edsel & Eleanor Ford House has a new exhibit, Quilt Art: International Expressions on display through March 25.

Besides featuring more than 30 quilts by 22 contemporary quilt artists from nine countries. Ford House has several talks, workshops and receptions planned that feature local quilt artists and collectors.

Today it's time for Tea & Textile: Quilted Clothing, presented by local textile artist Michelle Mitchell. Guests will view the award-winning collection of Mitchell’s “wearable art,” which has garnered her numerous awards and learn about quilted clothig. The discussion and trunk show will be followed by tea and treats. Cost: $35, $30 for members.

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Reservations can be made at www.fordhouse.org or by calling 313.884.4222.

Quilt Art is open to the public Tuesday through Sunday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Admission is complimentary with house tour tickets, which are $12 for adults, $11 for seniors, $8 for children 6-12, free for anyone younger.

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