The Quilt Block Trail
The motto is "Stitching Together a Community" and is an ongoing project to
use Art and History to Tell Our Story. The Alcona County Quilt Trail Project
celebrates the historical, agricultural and cultural richness of Alcona
County, Michigan.
The project involves constructing large painted, wooden quilt square
replicas on the sides of barns and other traditional buildings in the area.
This trail highlights both Alcona County's rich local history and the
important role that arts and crafts play in the community.
The first quilt block has been installed and can be seen about 2 miles east
of Harrisville on M-72. Several more are planned for 2008 and an additional
tour is planned to celebrate the 140th year anniversary of Alcona County
Michigan in 2009.