CLARKSVILLE, TN – Historic Collinsville in rural Montgomery County has announced its special “Second Saturday” event for the month of August. Quilt Show and Tell will be held on Saturday, Aug. 10, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The Quilt Show and Tell event allows visitors to browse through the pioneer settlement and the Weakley House Museum to see both hand-stitched and machine-made quilts from utilitarian to show-quilt quality. In addition to the site-wide quilt gallery, guests can try their hand at quilting by sewing a block onto a community quilt. Docents will be in the cabins, refreshments will be available to purchase, and other activities will be incorporated into the day, allowing participants to view the quilts and hear the stories connected to the artwork.

More information is available at www.historiccollinsville.com.

Historic Collinsville also welcomes those who want to bring their own new or antique quilt and share its story with guests. All types of quilts are welcome, whether crafted personally or purchased. Presenters may hang their quilts on provided clotheslines or on their own displays and are encouraged to bring a lawn chair. Event admission to Historic Collinsville is required, but no additional fees will be collected. Quilt sales are allowed, with sellers keeping all proceeds. Set-up begins at 9:30 a.m., pack-up ends at 4:30 p.m., and quilt presenters may come and go anytime during the day. Reserve a spot by calling 931-551-2277.

Second Saturdays at Historic Collinsville

New in 2024, visitors can enjoy special activities on “Second Saturdays” at Historic Collinsville every month throughout the season. Each event features a unique theme, from gardening and quilting to history and art.

Tentative schedule (subject to change):

• Aug. 10: Quilt Show and Tell
• Sept. 14: Storytelling by Day and by Night
• Oct. 12: Create at Collinsville
• Nov. 9: Let’s Talk Turkey
• Dec. 14: An 1860s Christmas

Historic Collinsville’s season runs now through Nov. 9. The site is open Thursday – Saturday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.; and Sundays, 1-4 p.m. Last admission at 3 p.m. Closed on Mother’s Day and Father’s Day. Regular admission is $12 for ages 13 and up; $6 for ages 3-12 and free to children under age 3. Military receive a $1 discount with a valid ID. Special event admission varies. The property is open other days and times for groups of six or more guided tours, camps, rentals, weddings, or special events.

More information about Historic Collinsville is available at www.historiccollinsville.com or on Facebook at www.facebook.com/historiccollinsville.