
Elmwood-Murdock Future Business Leaders of America
wanted to “IMPACT” the community by Involving
Members, Promoting Activities, and Creating Tourism.
Adding painted quilt blocks to prominent barns seemed
like a good idea because together they created a unique
tourist attraction with long-term potential. In 2006,
local quilt enthusiast, Mickie Clements, proposed the
idea and served as the project adviser. Twelve 8’
x 8’ barn quilts were created by Elmwood-Murdock
art students, while FBLA members developed publicity,
solicited barns, and generated funds for the project.
All members of the chapter are convinced this project
will impact the community for years to come.