About QGGH
Houston Joy of Quilts
A Juried & Judged Exhibition · Stafford Centre, Texas
About the Quilt Guild of Greater Houston
50 years of quilting, community, and service — 1976 to 2026
Our story
The Quilt Guild of Greater Houston is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 1976 by Karey Bresenhan — also the founder of the world’s largest quilt show, the International Quilt Festival, held annually since 1974.
The Quilt Guild of Greater Houston has grown into a thriving organization of hundreds of members united by creativity, generosity, and a shared love of quilting. Over five decades, our members have stitched not only beautiful quilts, but also a legacy of giving — donating thousands of quilts to comfort those in need across the Houston community.
In 2026 we celebrate 50 years of service to the Greater Houston Area.
Our Golden Jubilee
✦ Celebrating 50 Years — 1976 to 2026
The Golden Jubilee is both a celebration and a reflection:
- Celebrating the artistry, friendships, and traditions that have defined our guild
- Honoring the generations of quilters who built and sustained this community
- Looking ahead to the future of quilting — innovation, education, and outreach
As part of this milestone, Houston Joy of Quilts will feature special exhibits, commemorative projects, and opportunities to recognize the impact of quilting as both an art form and an act of care.
To learn more about the Quilt Guild of Greater Houston, visit qgghouston.org
Fifty years. Thousands of quilts. Countless lives touched.
And the story continues — one stitch at a time.
✦ Proudly celebrating 50 years of quilting excellence in Houston, Texas · 1976 – 2026 ✦