Ohio Glass Museum|Glass Blowing Studio

Ohio Glass Museum and Glass Blowing Studio

Events

September 14, 2013 - March 2, 2014 Birds of a Feather Captured in Glass DETAILS

Ohio Glass Museum & Glass Blowing Studio

Ohio Glass Museum is a favorite of Adults and Children alike. Experience the process of blown glass creation in our Glass Blowing Studio which is open for demonstrations during regular museum hours. Stop by and see our glassblower, Mike Stepanski at work.

You will always find something new at the Ohio Glass Museum as we present changing exhibits of glass items throughout the year. The Degenhart exhibit is housed on the lower level. You will not want to miss that one. If you missed some of our past exhibits, we will still have examples of what was shown since our opening day on May 20, 2006.

We are conveniently located in Lancaster, Ohio 43130 off of Business Route 33 (map) in Historic Downtown Lancaster. Glass pieces blown and designed in the studio are for sale in the giftshop. They are great for unique gifts for that special person.

Ohio Glass Museum

(740) 687-0101
Location 124 W Main St., Lancaster, Ohio 43130 (map)

Museum Hours

Mar-Oct: Tuesday - Sunday 1-4 pm and by appointment, Closed on Mondays

Nov-Feb: Tuesday-Saturday 1-4 pm and by appointment, Closed on Sundays, Mondays

We are closed on these holidays: New Years Eve and Day, Good Friday and Easter, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Chrismas Eve and Day.

ADMISSION

Giftshop Hours -- 10-4 pm M-Fri and during regular museum hours.

CLASSES

Glass Blowing Classes

Glass Blowing Studio Ohio Glass Museum

Glass Blowing Classes are offered for Individuals or Groups by appointment. Classes are taught by Mike Stepanski. Call (740) 687-0101 to register. *One Day Classes*: Blown Glass Ornaments, Glass Witch Balls, Glass Pumpkin, Pulled Glass Flower, Glass Paperweight, Glass Heart Paperweight Click here for details.

Flameworking Classes

Sign-up for Flameworking Classes with Teresa Cress.

All tools and supplies are provided. Students must wear cotton clothing (no shorts or sandals) and have long hair tied back. Students must be at least 14 years old. Class must have a minimum of 4 students to run; maximum of 6. Prior registration with the Museum is necessary 740 687-0101. Click for Flameworking (glass bead making) class details. Click here to see our calendar for seasonal classes!!!

FEATURED EXHIBIT

"Over the Rainbow-Glass Across the Color Spectrum" - features a rainbow of colors throughout the exhibition of vintage and art glass. The wonderful shapes and colors displayed in this collection on loan to the museum was created by the talented glass craftsmen who worked at the Bischoff Glass Company, Culloden, WV. The company opened there in 1922 and was operated by the Bishoff family until the late 1960s.

VISITING GLASS ARTIST

Our visiting glass artist during this exhibition is Aaron Buchholz from St. Louisville, OH. Aaron relates that the technical challenges and the artistic pursuit of glass bring a sense of fulfillment and satisfaction. To make art from glass requires the ability to balance: time, mental and physical constraints of the artist, heat, and the limitations of the material. When these variables are working harmoniously, there is success. Aaron finds a sense of excitement in working against the potential of error between what he envisioned and the final outcome. Glass has a life of its own and Aaron enjoys working with the unpredictable qualities of the medium. This has helped him develop a style of his own as a craftsman and artist.