GLASS Arts Festival
Saturday, August 10, 2024 | 10:00am–5:00pm
The nation’s only outdoor all-glass art event!
The details:
- Admission Free!
- The Best in Glass Art for Sale from over 40 nationally known glass artists
- Glass Blowing Demonstrations (also streamed live in various parts of the Museum)
- Live Music
- Artisan Food and Beverages
- Kids’ Art Activities
- New Exhibitions in the Galleries
Participating Artists:
William Manson, Laurel Grey, Janet Toonen, Robin Kittleson, Thomas Nye, Connor O’Brien, Vaiju Saraf, Cecile Derel, Emily McBride, Sharon Fujimoto, Tammy Wolter, Wesley Hunting, Julie Rhodes, Benjamin Johnson, Michelle Weston, Martha Fetter, Justin Straub, Rosalie Phillips, Elisabeth Abel, Sara Rezin, Christopher Belleau, Megan Bassett, BillieJo Scharfenberg, J. David Norton, George Machart, Steven Weagel, Karen Crown, Amy Simpson, Rebecca Weber, Sean McClenahan, Jackson Ocheltree, Monica Harris, Mayauel Ward, Michael Mikula, Angelo Fico, Jenna Larson, Mary Ila Duntemann, Larry Zengel, Deanna Clayton, Kaethe Paynter, Ben Richgruber, Art DePesa, Jim Braun, Mayauel Ward
FAQs
Where can I park? Parking is limited by the museum, but available in all the downtown lots including those by City Hall and downtown. A trolley shuttle bus (see map below) will run all day and bus stops will be marked with signs.
Will there be live glass blowing demonstrations? Yes! At 10am, 11am, 12pm, and 2pm, 3pm, 4pm. Pre-registration is required and is available by clicking HERE or using the button below. Live streams of the demonstrations will also be viewable in various parts of the Museum.
Is glass art affordable? Absolutely! There will be amazing glass art for every budget.
Will there be music? Yes, Scott Dercks will play two sets, at 10:30-12:30pm and 2-4pm.
Will there be an award ceremony? Yes, at 4pm.
Who is the juror? Rebecca Engelhardt, Collections/Exhibitions Manager at Museum of Glass in Tacoma, Washington.
What can I eat? There are a wide variety of foods available from many food trucks.
What can I drink? Water, soda, beer, and wine are available to drink. IDs will be checked for wine and beer.
What is there for kids to do? There will be four free “make and take” art projects for kids under a tent in the front yard.
Can I sit down somewhere? Yes, there will be numerous chairs and tables on both sides of the museum.
Is the museum open? Yes, it is free and open to the public 10:00am-4:30pm.
Are there outdoor restrooms? Yes, in front of the museum and on the lakeside lawn.
Become a Sponsor of the GLASS Arts Festival
As a Sponsor of the Glass Arts Festival, your generosity supports the ONLY outdoor, exclusively-glass art event in the country that draws over 5,000 attendees annually. You receive the benefits of showing clients, employees, the community, and visitors that you’re a fervent supporter of the arts and their role in community wellbeing. Learn more about becoming a Festival Sponsor: GAF Sponsorship Benefits.
Call for volunteers
Help us conduct the nation’s ONLY outdoor all-glass art event! All volunteers receive drink vouchers, a t-shirt, and a golden ticket for Art Activity Day! Click here to sign up: https://signup.com/go/qQLsbbd
2024 Juror Announced
