To celebrate and teach about the work and accomplishments of those women (and men) past, present and future, who made the Bee such a powerful artistic and community force. To offer real economic opportunities for a new generation of quilt makers and artisans. To provide solutions to community needs, such as Internet access and voter registration for those who otherwise couldn’t access it. To advance our plans to draw tourism to the area and offer a deeper experience of the FQB Legacy history and current activities, with shops, lodging, classes and interactive exhibits. To preserve the past and evolve into the future by creating jobs, building wealth and teaching life skills to enhance our community.