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The Kentucky Heritage Quilt Society is a statewide organization of quilt lovers, quilt makers and quilt collectors who are committed to promoting the understanding, appreciation and knowledge of the art and craft of quilt making. We support the collection and preservation of Kentucky quilts and the records of Kentucky quiltmakers and their work.

We offer several educational workshops and contests to our more than 450 members each year, and schedule quilt registry events throughout the state to preserve quilt history. Our annual meeting and Getaway event features a national or internationally renowned quilting instructor each year and draws about 150 quilters for three (3) days of quilting workshops and activities.  

Kentucky’s very popular Quilter’s Day Out was founded by the Kentucky Heritage Quilt Society and we continue to support those events around the state as well.

KHQS Fall Retreat 2026

October 15–18, 2026

Rough River Dam State Resort Park

Set aside a fall weekend for quilting, conversation, and creative time at Rough River. The KHQS Fall Retreat is designed for relaxing into your projects, learning something new, and enjoying the company of fellow quilters.
Register For Fall Retreat


When: Oct. 15–18, 2026; Thu. 8:00 a.m. CT–Sun. 3:00 p.m. CT

Where: Rough River Dam State Resort Park, 450 Lodge Rd, Falls of Rough, KY

Register: KHQS website: opens Aug. 1, 9:00 a.m. ET; closes Sept. 15, 11:59 p.m. ET

Workshop: Curvy Log Cabin, Sat. Oct. 17, 8:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m. CT; 20 participants

Fees: Workshop $60; Sit and Sew $25/day

Questions

Melissa Levinsky,  melskyquilts@icloud.com

Schedule

• The retreat begins Thursday at 8:00 a.m. CT and concludes Sunday at 3:00 p.m. CT.

• The Sewing Room opens at 8:00 a.m. CT each day and remains available into the evening for extended sewing time.

• The featured workshop takes place Saturday, October 17, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. CT.

Sit and Sew

Sit and Sew offers flexible, unstructured time to settle in with your own projects while enjoying the encouragement and company of fellow quilters.

Meals

• Plan meals in the way that works best for you.

• Enjoy the resort’s on-site restaurant.

• Use a cottage kitchen for simple meals, snacks, and shared gathering time.

Accommodations

Reserve your lodging directly through Rough River Dam State Resort Park. Use Group Code 3576 when booking to access the KHQS retreat block. (Note: Corrected code from Newsletter)

Room rates are per night, plus tax, and confirmed for 2026. The table below compares lodging options.

Option

Rate

Details

Lodge Room

$89.95

2 queen beds

Standard Cottage

$149.95

2 bedrooms, 4 beds, 2 baths, kitchen

Deluxe Cottage

$169.95

2 bedrooms, 4 beds, 2 baths, kitchen, larger layout

To reserve a room or cottage, call (270) 257-2311, option 1

curvy log cabin

Featured Workshop


Curvy Log Cabin Workshop

Saturday, October 17, 2026

8:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m. CT


Learn Creative Grids ruler techniques, create graceful curves, and leave with your Curvy Log Cabin quilt top underway.

Creative Grids rulers provided — Try Before You Buy.

Instructor: Jennifer Carter of Busy Lady Quilt Shop

Class size: 20 participants



GETAWAY 2026 Highlights!







Click the button below to see some pictures from Getaway 2026.


Getaway 2026

Upcoming KHQS activities to add to your calendar?


Quilting Adventures with Jane Sassaman, will be at the Hardin County Extension office, August 20-22, 2026.

Fall Retreat, Rough River Lake State Park, October 15-18, 2026.

Spring Retreat 2027, February 3-6,  U of L Shelby Campus Conference Center,

Getaway 2027, June 16-18, Sloan Convention Center, Bowling Green, Featured Teacher Patty Murphy

Quilting Adventures 2027, August 19-22,  Boone Tavern, Berea, KY, with Susan Carlson

Fall Retreat 2027, October 14-17  Rough River State Park,


You must be a current member to attend KHQS events, Join KHQS today!



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