To honor the 250th anniversary of the United States, Washington Counties across the country are collaborating on a unique tribute: a nationwide commemorative quilt.

Each participating county is creating a 12-by-12-inch quilt square. The designs reflect the spirit, history, and identity of the communities they represent. While every square tells a different story, the larger goal is to weave them together into a single narrative celebrating the legacy of George Washington—his leadership, character, and patriotism.

The idea is simple but powerful: individual communities contributing pieces of their heritage to form a shared work of art representing the nation’s collective story.

Residents and visitors in Fayetteville, Arkansas will have the chance to see the project come together at a special community event this spring.

Quilters will gather at the Walker-Stone House—a historic site in Washington County—to begin stitching the individual squares into the larger quilt. Visitors are welcome to stop by, meet local quilters, and watch the project come together.

The afternoon will feature a drop-in, open-house style gathering with light refreshments available. At 3:00 p.m., attendees can hear directly from Tim Reavis, project mastermind, during a short commemorative program where he will discuss the project and its national significance.