The ‘Routed West: 20th Century African American Quilts in California’ exhibit at BAMPFA presents over 100 quilts made from diverse materials. Curator Elain Yau discussed the quilts' maintenance, highlighting the professional cleaning process used to preserve these delicate items. The quilts serve as artifacts of cultural significance, particularly during the Second Great Migration, when they were essential for warmth for many Black families migrating West. The exhibit stands out for its scale and the stories each quilt tells, with contributions from over 90 creators, primarily from the Bay Area.
During the Second Great Migration in the post-WWII era, quilts became vital for Black families, making the difference between sleeping comfortably or freezing.
BAMPFA's ‘Routed West’ is an ambitious exhibit featuring over 100 quilts from more than 90 creators, reflecting diverse materials and histories.
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