Press release/ photos by Mary Potter
Tuesday, June 19, 2012 3:36 pm

Paducah, KY - June 19, 2012 - The National Quilt Museum  announced that it has received a TripAdvisor® Certificate of Excellence award. The accolade, which honors excellence in tourism and hospitality is given only to establishments that consistently achieve outstanding traveler reviews on TripAdvisor, and is extended to qualifying businesses worldwide. The National Quilt Museum is listed in the "tourism destinations" category. Approximately 10 percent of tourism destinations listed on TripAdvisor receive this prestigious award.

National Quilt Museum CEO Frank Bennett said, "The only way to get this recognition is through visitor reviews. The Certificate of Excellence from TripAdvisor solidifies our place as one of the top cultural destinations in the United States."

"TripAdvisor is pleased to honor exceptional businesses for consistent excellence, as reviewed by travelers on the site," said Christine Petersen, president of TripAdvisor for Business. "The Certificate of Excellence award gives highly rated establishments around the world the recognition they deserve. We want to applaud The National Quilt Museum for their efforts in creating an exceptional visitor experience."

The National Quilt Museum is an internationally recognized art museum that exhibits the finest quilting and fiber art in the world. In an average year the Museum is visited by quilters and art lovers from all 50 states and over 40 countries worldwide. The Museum is the largest tourist attraction in Paducah, Kentucky and one of the largest attractions in Kentucky. In addition to providing breathtaking exhibits, the museum also conducts educational workshops for adults and youth throughout the year.

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About The National Quilt Museum

The National Quilt Museum is a non-profit institution located at 215 Jefferson Street in downtown Paducah, KY. The Museum is open year-round Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. CST. The Museum is also open on Sundays 1-5 p.m. March - November. The National Quilt Museum is ADA compliant.