Dakota County Historical Society Arts Challenge
Modern Interpretations of Historic Designs IV: Patterns from the Hastings Needle Work Company
Accepting applications from March 1, 2015 through March 31, 2016.
“Attention needle workers and artists! The Dakota County Historical Society announces a juried arts competition based on original embroidery designs from the Hastings Needle Work Company.
Founded by Alice and Florence LeDuc, Hastings Needle Work produced unique embroidery pieces for their clients from 1888 until the mid-1920s. Selected original patterns, from the collection of the Minnesota Historical Society, are made available for this event. You may use any artistic media to interpret the design of your choice.”
Application: MIHD IV 2015-2016 Application Packet
Application deadline for entries is March 31, 2016. The accepted pieces will be delivered to the Estate in advance of the exhibition, set to open in June 2016.
More information: Dakota County Historical Society