Washington County, Vermont Joins a National Quilt for America’s 250th Anniversary
As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary in July 2026, communities across the country are finding creative ways to reflect on history, place, and what it means to be part of something bigger. One of those efforts is Washingtons Unite, a nationwide collaboration bringing together all Washington Counties in the U.S. through a shared work of art: a handmade, traveling quilt.
Each Washington County is contributing one quilt block, designed and sewn locally to reflect the character, landscape, and values of its community. Together, the blocks form a single quilt that will travel across the country over the next year, connecting local stories into a national tapestry.
Washington County, Vermont’s Quilt Block
The quilt block representing Washington County, Vermont was designed and created by Montpelier resident Patty Pirog, a local quilter and instructor at Notion Fabric and Craft. Patty chose a Green Mountain Star Block design, featuring a transfer image of the Vermont State House at its center.
Surrounding the State House are visual references to Washington County’s defining landscapes: flowing waters, open meadows, rolling mountains, and an ever-changing Vermont sky. The design reflects both the natural beauty of the region and Montpelier’s role as the state’s civic heart.
A Shared Story, Stitched Together
Like the nation itself, the Washingtons Unite quilt is made up of pieces that are distinct yet inseparable. Each square tells a local story, shaped by the people who live there. When stitched together, the quilt becomes something stronger and more meaningful than any single block on its own.
The project also reflects the legacy of George Washington, whose leadership emphasized service, collaboration, and unity during the country’s earliest days. This traveling quilt carries those values forward, reminding us that local identity and national connection can exist side by side.
As the completed quilt travels from county to county, it will offer residents and visitors a chance to see how their local story fits into a shared national celebration.
