Put on your sleuthing hat and step back in time! In this fascinating lecture, we’ll examine a captivating collection of 19th- and 20th-century doll quilts to uncover hidden clues about their makers, materials, and mysterious origins. With no provenance or labels to guide us, we’ll turn to fabric types, construction techniques, and design choices to piece together the stories these tiny treasures still whisper. Join self-proclaimed quilt detective Michelle Freedman as she shares pieces from the Jan Gessin Doll Quilt Collection and leads a collaborative investigation into what these quilts reveal about the past. Each attendee will receive a handout—and one lucky detective will win a special giveaway!