Brief History of KHQS   In 1981, quilt lovers, quiltmakers and quilt collectors joined together to form the Kentucky Heritage Quilt Society, the first statewide organization to be concerned with all aspects of quiltmaking throughout the Commonwealth of Kentucky.   KHQS now has more than 600 members. KHQS also has two auxiliaries. The Kentucky Heritage Appliqué Society (KHAS) is devoted to promoting the techniques, appreciation and preservation of hand and machine appliqué. The Quilt Artists of Kentucky (QAK) is devoted to promoting innovative quilt making techniques and the quilt as an art form.    Activities include the annual Getaway, Design Seminar, KHAS Meeting, QAK Meeting, KHQS Spring Retreat, KHQS Fall Retreat, KHAS Spring Retreat, the KHQS Annual Show and the QAK Annual Show.   Purpose     1)   To promote understanding, appreciation, and knowledge of the art and craft of quiltmaking.     2)   To support and expand the collection and preservation of Kentucky quilts and the records of Kentucky quiltmakers and their work.     3)   To undertake such activities as shows, contests, and educational workshops.