Guide to Quilt Gardens Along The Heritage Trail

Annually May 30 - September 15

The annual, award-winning Quilt Gardens along the Heritage Trail joins quilting, gardening and art into a one-of-a-kind event featuring super-sized hand-painted Quilt Murals and more than one million vibrant blooms in gigantic Quilt Gardens.

Recognized by the American Bus Association as a Best of the Best, this colorful patchwork of quilt-inspired gardens and hand-painted, quilt-themed, super-sized murals deliver dazzling views in the communities of Bristol, Elkhart, Goshen, Middlebury, Nappanee, Shipshewana, and Wakarusa. It’s the only experience of its kind in the world!

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Yes, here is a map that shows the Quilt Gardens and Quilt Murals locations, names, and location address.

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The Quilt Gardens are viewable May 30 - September 15 each year during all daylight hours. Elkhart County is on Eastern Standard Time which means in summer time, daylight can mean perfect garden enjoyment as late as 8 or 9 p.m. each evening. Many people like to go back to their favorite site to see them at different light and times of the day.

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The Quilt Gardens are viewable annually from May 30 through September 15.

After the 15th, the gardens are removed from the ground to ensure the best viewing experience. With cooler fall weather setting in, the flowers don’t last as well…peak bloom is typically mid-July. The hand-painted murals are taken down to keep them safe from inclement weather.

Some locations may keep their gardens in a bit longer if they’re still looking nice, but that’s up to each site. We keep an updated list of which gardens remain; you can call the Elkhart County Visitor Center (Mon–Fri, 8am–5pm ET) for the latest details. 800.262.8161.

The Quilt Gardens are planted on May 30 and are then what we lovingly call “baby gardens”. As the summer season heats up, and the inevitable rain & heat hit, the gardens fill in, grow and become just gorgeous and filled with surprises.

Our volunteers work hard with each of Mother Nature's challenges to provide you the best experience and are committed to pattern appreciation and view ability. What’s neat about this event, is one garden is having some challenges, keep going to the next one on the Heritage Trail.

They are all at different stages due to soil content, weather, and local environments. For real time info give the Visitors Center a call at 800-262-8161 for today’s garden update. The Quilt Murals always look fabulous! We hope you enjoy them all!

Quilt Gardens are best experienced from the walkways and lawns surrounding each site's location. Some Quilt Gardens can be viewed from your vehicle, but that does not provide the optimal experience. A few Quilt Gardens locations provide viewing platforms accessible by a handful of steps. Most Quilt Murals are visible from the car or sidewalk.

All Quilt Gardens and Quilt Murals are viewable free of charge so plan to stop, get out, walk, and enjoy at each stop. Read the signs, take a picture and share using #quiltgardens. Breath in the fresh air and enjoy nature and art for free.

If you have an urgent questions about the Quilt Gardens or need help, please call us at 800-262-8161

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