International Quilt Museum

As a VENUE: Host your event…

Located minutes away from downtown, the International Quilt Museum offers a one-of-a-kind experience that will bring elegance and beauty to any occasion. From business occasions and conferences to special events and receptions, the IQM offers a variety of spaces to meet your event’s needs. The building’s unique design features stunning two-story windows overlooking the University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s East Campus and a light-filled interior.

Campbell and Hodder Seminar Room: This first-floor space is perfect for small to midsize groups looking for a place to meet. With a computer, projector screen and microphones available, this location is ideal for lectures, meetings and luncheons. The versatile space can be used for classroom style seating with tables to hold 48 people; in a conference style of U-shape for 28 people; or 90 people for a theater style setup. 

Reception Hall: The architecturally unique soaring two-story space on the second floor is adjacent to the museum’s galleries. The curved window wall offers a dramatic backdrop for your event, while the nearby catering kitchen provides a smooth service experience. This space can accommodate 150 people for a reception with tables and chairs, or 200 people for a theater setup.

Conference Room: A third floor conference room is available for basic meeting space needs. This 12-person room does not have any technical capabilities and can be rented alone or in conjunction with other space rentals. 

Rentals of our spaces include benefits such as use of our catering kitchen, gallery viewing, custodial services, list of approved caterers, free parking for up to 80 vehicles, and chairs, tables and audio-visual equipment. Food and drink may be served and consumed in the Reception Hall and Campbell and Hodder Seminar Room. Professional caterers are required.

Support the International Quilt Museum… by simply booking your next special occasion here:

https://www.internationalquiltmuseum.org/visit/facility-rental

As a SHOP: Discover unique gifts…

Please browse through our special selection of International Quilt Museum Store items. There’s something for all the quilt lovers of the world! We offer a variety of items both online or in person during museum hours. We are pleased to offer * apparel * books * notions * gifts * puzzles * ornaments * mugs, * and lots more!

Support the International Quilt Museum… by simply purchasing your specialty merchandise here:

https://marketplace.unl.edu/iqm/

Be a DONOR: Show that you care…

The International Quilt Museum‘s mission is to build a global collection and audience that celebrate the cultural and artistic significance of quilts. With more than 8,800 quilts, the museum has the world’s largest publicly held quilt collection, dating from the 1600s to present and representing 69 countries. We are accredited by the American Alliance of Museums and hold a membership with the Association of Academic Museums and Galleries. We enjoy a partnership with the North American Reciprocal Museum Association (NARM) and Blue Star Museums.

The University of Nebraska Foundation is the designated fundraising organization for the IQM. The IQM relies on support from around the world and continues to grow and flourish because of it. There are many ways to support the International Quilt Museum. Through membership, giving, corporate sponsorships and volunteer service, your support ensures our global collection will be protected for and shared with future generations.

Membership

Membership is the best way to experience everything the International Quilt Museum has to offer. Your support directly impacts the museum’s success by providing financial support towards world-class exhibitions, educational programs and global outreach. That means more meaningful experiences for visitors like you. 

Join us and become a member today! We have a number of membership levels, all including great benefits, such as free admission, discounts, newsletters, and more. Our membership level options are * Educator * Individual * Dual * Family * Sustainer * Advocate, and * Patron.

Donation

The International Quilt Museum relies on support from quilt enthusiasts from around the world. The center continues to grow because of the support of our donors. Our unique program accomplished much since its inception in 1997, including the opening of a museum and academic home in 2008.

The center is many things to many different people: a treasure house of quilts spanning centuries from around the world; a unique academic program and resource attracting scholars from far and wide; a connection point for quilt enthusiasts of all sorts; a world class museum with state of the art exhibitions, digital galleries and stunning architecture. All gifts are 100% tax deductible and go to the area of greatest need, or you can opt for your donation to be designated toward a specific fund. 

International Quilt Museum Exhibition Fund: A gift to this fund helps the IQM exhibit quilts from around the world, sharing the work of makers from the 1700s to the present day.

International Quilt Museum Preservation Fund: When you make your contribution to the IQM, you’ll provide financial support to care for, conserve and preserve thousands of amazing pieces in the largest quilt collection in the world.

International Quilt Museum Annual Support Fund: A gift to this fund provides the museum with much-needed general support and is available immediately for the museum’s areas of greatest need.

Tribute Gifts

A gift made through your will or trust is an easy way to leave a lasting legacy for the International Quilt Museum. The correct way to designate your bequest in support of the IQM is to the University of Nebraska Foundation, a Nebraska nonprofit corporation, for the benefit of the International Quilt Museum.

Corporate Sponsorships

As a valued sponsor of the International Quilt Museum’s world-class exhibitions and programs, your business will receive maximum benefits and publicity while supporting quality cultural experiences and preserving global traditions. Our exhibitions draw more than 20,000 visitors annually from around the country and as far away as Australia, Asia and Europe. Consider becoming one of our sponsors at the * Patron Sponsor * Director Sponsor * Curator Sponsor, or * Ambassador Sponsor level. Sponsors receive a plethora of business recognition opportunities, private tours, and complimentary admission and facility rental.

Planned Giving 

A gift made through your will or trust is an easy way to leave a lasting legacy for the International Quilt Museum. The correct way to designate your bequest in support of the IQM is to the University of Nebraska Foundation, a Nebraska nonprofit corporation, for the benefit of the International Quilt Museum.

Volunteer

Volunteers at the International Quilt Museum support the museum in fulfilling its mission: Some serve as docents giving tours to general visitors, elementary school children, and other special groups; others conduct research on quilts in our collection, support the exhibition team to install displays in our galleries, or work behind the scenes to preserve the collection. All of our volunteers get the opportunity to venture behind the scenes and play a role in how the museum works!

Our volunteers come from many backgrounds, and often share interests in quilts and quilting, public education, history and research, art and more. Many of our volunteers enjoy meeting new people and making new friends, and share a desire to give back to their local community. If any of these interests sound like you, we invite you to join our volunteer team! We provide regular trainings and communications to all volunteers, and our volunteer benefits include free admission to the museum (plus one guest), the chance to see new acquisitions and exhibitions before the general public, invitations and access to special events, and an annual volunteer appreciation event.

Support the International Quilt Museum... by simply joining, giving, and volunteering here:
https://www.internationalquiltmuseum.org/visit/support