The MAQ Annual Educational Retreat
Three days to learn, create, connect and be inspired.
Join fellow quilters for an unforgettable weekend of expert-led workshops, creativity, friendship and everything we love about quilting.
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CREATE
Spend dedicated time learning and working on something you love.
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CONNECT
Meet fellow quilters and make new friends.
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SHOP
Browse merchandise and products from retreat vendors.
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SHARE
Enjoy evening programmes, speakers, show-and-tells and door prizes.
Discover Something New
MAQ's educational programme is at the heart of the retreat.
Each year, the Board selects a varied programme of workshops led by experienced instructors, giving attendees the opportunity to explore different styles, techniques and approaches to quilting.
Past classes have included foundation paper piecing, long-arm quilting, fabric dyeing, appliqué, hand sewing and quilting, fabric painting, collage, English paper piecing and much more.
Whether you want to refine a familiar technique or try something completely outside your comfort zone, MAQ is the perfect place to learn.
Learn From Inspiring Instructors
Every year, MAQ welcomes a talented group of quilting instructors who bring their expertise, creativity and enthusiasm to the retreat.
Our instructors offer hands-on guidance throughout their workshops, helping attendees develop their skills, overcome challenges and leave with new ideas and techniques to continue exploring at home.
Discover this year's instructors and find the workshops that inspire you.
THIS YEAR AT MAQ
2027 Retreat Theme: 40 Years of MAQ
Dates: Saturday, June 26 – Tuesday, June 29, 2027
Location: Gettysburg College · Gettysburg, Pennsylvania
Annual theme description: 40 Years of Creativity and Exploration
Featured speaker/instructor: TBD
A Weekend at Gettysburg College
The MAQ Educational Retreat takes place on the campus of Gettysburg College in historic Gettysburg, Pennsylvania.
Classes, accommodation, dining and evening activities are all centred around the college campus, creating a relaxed retreat environment where attendees can immerse themselves in the weekend.
The campus includes classrooms, dining facilities, accommodation and parking, with a mixture of dorm-style and motel-style housing available to MAQ attendees.
STAY ON CAMPUS
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DORM-STYLE HOUSING
Stay close to the heart of the retreat in apartment-style dorm accommodation.
Dorms feature individual bedrooms connected to shared living, kitchen and bathroom areas, making them particularly good for groups — although individual attendees are also welcome.
Good for: Groups, solo attendees and those wanting to stay closer to retreat facilities.
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MOTEL-STYLE HOUSING
For attendees who prefer greater privacy, a limited number of motel-style rooms are available.
These offer a bedroom, private bathroom, desk, microwave and small refrigerator. Availability is limited and rooms are allocated according to registration.
Good for: Individuals or pairs looking for more private accommodation.
The distinction is taken directly from their registration information. One particularly useful thing to retain is that motel-style accommodation is farther from the classrooms, dining and CUB ballroom, so attendees with limited mobility may prefer dorm accommodation.
GOOD TO KNOW
Campus accommodation does not include linens, towels or blankets, so remember to bring everything you'll need to make your stay comfortable.
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CREATE
Spend dedicated time learning and working on something you love.
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CONNECT
Meet fellow quilters and make new friends.
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SHOP
Browse merchandise and products from retreat vendors.
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SHARE
Enjoy evening programmes, speakers, show-and-tells and door prizes.
Join the Lottery Block Fun
MAQ attendees also have the opportunity to take part in our annual Lottery Block activity.
Create your blocks ahead of the retreat, bring them along and join in one of MAQ's ongoing traditions.
LEARN ABOUT LOTTERY BLOCKS →
Your First MAQ Retreat?
We've put together everything you need to know — from what to pack and where to park to meals, accommodation and what happens when you arrive.
Ready to Join Us?
Three days of creativity, learning and quilting community await.