The Mariposa Museum is now showing “Conscience of the Human Spirit”, an exhibit of 51 quilts by African-American quilters who honor the legacy of Nelson Mandela. The quilts touch on many themes central to a life of faith: justice, forgiveness, courage and peace.

As the curators write: “Mandela provided a moral compass for how we treat each other, how we lead our own lives, and how we need to continue to strive for a just, fair, non-racial, and democratic society. This remarkable man touched individual lives, changed a nation, and literally served as the conscience of the human spirit for individuals around the world.”

“Conscience of the Human Spirit” is at Mariposa through Sunday, July 1, at 26 Main Street in Peterborough, NH. Admission is $8, $6 for seniors or groups of 5 or more. Groups also receive a 10% discount in the gift shop. The museum is open Tuesday – Sunday from 11 to 5. We can open by appointment on Monday: please call 924-4555 or email Tina Thaing at tina@mariposamuseum.org.

You can see a very short video about these beautiful quilts at www.mariposamuseum.org.