The quilt was designed by local renowned quilter Ann Hill BEM.
Ann said: “Robert the Bruce played such an important part in the history of Scotland. It has been an honour for me to produce the quilt which represents some of the occasions which made him memorable to generations who came after him.”
Margo McClumpha, trust chairperson, said: “One of the quilt blocks features an image of the Declaration of Arbroath, a document of historical significance for Scotland.
“It is a declaration of Scottish independence. It was a letter sent to Pope John XXll and is dated April 6 1320. It confirmed Scotland’s status as an independent sovereign state.
“The Bruce Trust is a non-political organisation which recognises the history and political aims of King Robert as part of the unique tapestry that makes the history of Scotland a fascinating subject.
“Greyfriars Church is featured in another quilt block. It is a reminder of another dramatic historical event, the slaying of the Red Comyn by Bruce.
“The murder of the Comyn didn’t take place in Greyfriars Church which is situated on the site of Lord Maxwell’s castle dating back to the 16th century, which gave Castle Street its name.
“The actual murder took place in the Greyfriars Monastery which covered a large area of Friar’s Vennel including what are now shop frontages on Castle Street. The foundations of the original buildings still lie beneath the present ones.”
In February 2023, the Bruce Trust, in partnership with the Dumfries Museum, will be hosting a commemoration event of the slaying of the Red Comyn in Greyfriars Church.
Margo added: “It is important to recognise that the Bruce Trust does not celebrate a murder but commemorates an important event that had a significant impact on the history of Scotland.”
The Bruce Quilt will be on public display in 2023. Any organisation interested in displaying the quilt can contact the chairperson on 01387 811111.
