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, RMQM was the third quilt museum in the United States when it opened in 1990, and it remains one of only a few quilt museums in the country. ,Two galleries showcase a minimum of 8 exhibits yearly,over 250 quilts, by regional and national quilt artists and quilts from the museum's collection. The shows range from traditional to contemporary, each with a unique style and theme. , Each year RMQM receives over 12,000 visitors, including people from all 50 states and 33 foreign countries. , The museum employes a paid staff of 10 which includes a full time Executive Director and 9 part time positions. , Museum membership is over 600 people in both Colorado and across the country. ,Over 100 dedicated volunteers give over 6,000 hours of service annually, whichamounts to an in-kind value of over $90,000. , Volunteer and member efforts typically raise over 70% of the museum's gross income,through museum shop sales, the annual raffle quilt, membership dues, trunk show exhibits, fundraising events and the annual appeal fund.