Ohio Glass Museum
The establishment of the Ohio Glass Museum incorporated in 2002 reflects the importance of glass in the history and development of Lancaster and Fairfield County's financial stability from 1888 to present. Because of the abundance of natural resources including natural gas and sand in this area, the establishment of the glass industry was a logical step in utilizing those resources. In fact, in 2003 Lancaster was designated the "Pressed Glass Capital" of Ohio by the State Legislature.
Our Glass Blowing Studio is OPEN!!! Stop by and see our glassblower, Mike Stepanski at work. Classes are available click here for details.
Exhibits
Our educational and artistic displays of glass, take the visitor through the development and production of not only industrial glass, but also pressed, blown and art glass. Our continuously showing movie, Born of Fire, is an excellent introduction to the museum and history of the area glass companies.
Glass - Types and History
Use the links below for Glass FAQs:
- History of Glass
- Pressed Glass
- Blown Glass
- History of Industrial Glass in Lancaster and Fairfield County, Ohio
Exhibits
Please note that dates are subject to change without notice.
May 15 - September 7, 2010, Celebrating Anchor Hocking & the Artistry of Gay Fad Studios shows Anchor Hocking's positive influence in this area for the last 105 years and showcases a successful home industry glass decorating company.
Upcoming Exhibit
November 2010 Concerts to be announced.
September 18 - Jan 4, 2011, It's Harvest Time shows the many ways glass products have been used to bring food to our dinner tables.
Memberships
You are invited to become a member of the Ohio Glass Museum. Membership is available at several levels.
| Individual | $40.00 |
| Family/Household (2 adults and all children 18 and under) | $70.00 |
| Patron | $100.00 |
| Supporter | $250.00 |
| Benefactor | $500.00 |
You can now pay for Membership online. Click Here
For more information on how you can become a member, or to simply make a donation to the Museum, please call (740) 687-0101.
No contribution is too small, and all contributions are tax-deductible.
