San Jose Museum of Quilts & Textiles

Address:	520 S 1st St, San Jose, CA 95113, USA
Phone:	+1 408-971-0323
Site:	sjquiltmuseum.org
Rating:	4
Working:	Closed Closed 11AM–4PM 11AM–4PM 11AM–4PM 11AM–3PM 11AM–3PM

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Reviews 16

Lynn Hickman

I am a quilter and admire quilts and eagerly went to the Kaffe Fassett show, but was quite disappointed with my visit. The museum is quite small, so even if the show is interesting, theres not a lot to see. Also the place is hard to find from on-line directions, and we spent almost as long trying to get there once we were in SanJose as we spent at the exhibit. The final nail was that we had planned to go for "First Friday Free" but were told (rather rudely) that the first Friday in July was not included as a free Friday, and they made us pay the $6.50 Senior fee. On the whole I would recommend that you skip this and go to a local guilds show instead.

Marilee Zafaripour

While it isnt a huge museum, its an excellent place to check out if youre nearby. They also arent afraid to take more political stances, and they proudly display a stunning textile featuring Trayvon Martin. If you can come here during First Friday, dont expect to find alcohol. However, you will find an excellent DJ set, a welcoming crowd, and artwork that will delight and surprise you.

daniela sanchez

I really enjoyed my visit (back in october 2015)! The handquilted exhibition was awesome, the one about art in prison really made me think so many things, like freedom through creativity... Staff was super nice, the store was cool, the only thing I didnt like that much was the price. Overall, would recommend if you are into textiles.

Jan Freed

A former employee wrote: I was denied lunch and rest breaks at the San Jose Museum of Quilts & Textiles. Then I was fired for inquiring how I could get them. Email their director to let her know you think that stinks.

Matt Rosen

Regular changing exhibits never fail to delight and educate. We return every few months to see the works of amazing artists in this small but well curated museum. A delightful, little known San Jose treasure!

David Albrand

Lovely quilts that show immaculate sewing and artistic sense. These are wonderful and, I feel, are often ignored by people in this rush world. Tech is great, but this is old tech and is lovely!

Robbin Hamilton

The shows over the past couple of years have been great quality. Was there yesterday and thoroughly enjoyed the shows, the textures, the colors, the talent.

David Werner

Not a very exciting place, though there are a few beautiful quilts. Maybe this place just isnt for me.

Sunil Kaun

We love all of their exhibit. It is so profound! So glad we came across this museum!

yong-wah Kim

Small. No variety. More gallery than museum. Not worth the time or fee.

Bob Smay

One of my regular stops on the first Friday art walk

CEE BEE

Beautiful provocative art that never ceases to amaze

Linda Lubovich

Wonderful showcase for all types of textile arts.