The Sandwich Glass Museum is pleased to present “The Glass Artistry of Michael Egan/Green Mountain Glassworks” in its Contemporary Gallery, through October 30, 2023.
Much of my work is an exploration of possibilities using intricate traditional Italian cane, in the Murano tradition. During a visit to my studio you might see my team at work producing these remarkable glass rods. Using a wide array of ancient techniques I blend clear base glass with colored glass from Germany and New Zealand, drawing and twisting large masses of glass into rods up to 50 feet long and sometimes no thicker than a familiar yellow pencil.
Making my own cane allows me the latitude to carry a creative concept from the very first hint of an idea to its full fruition. This cane, when broken into shorter lengths, informs the final design of much of my glasswork, both functional wares and sculpture.
Face coverings are optional for vaccinated persons. No appointment needed. Safety measures are in place. Purchase admissions at the desk upon arrival. Glassblowing throughout the day. Demonstrations every hour on the hour.
Sandwich Glass Museum is located at 129 Main Street, corner of Rte. 130 (Main Street) and Tupper Road, Sandwich, MA 02563. It is opposite the Town Hall. The entrance to the Museum and parking is on Tupper Road.
Summer hours: The Museum is open daily April 1 – December 30 from 9:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. In order to see everything the Museum has to offer, we recommend that you plan to arrive no later than 3:30 p.m.
Winter hours: The Museum will be closed the month of January. In February and March the Museum is open Wednesday through Sunday from 9:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Holidays: The Museum is closed Easter Sunday, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year’s Eve.
Admissions: $12.00 for adults, $11.00 for 65+, $2.00 for children 6-14, free for ages 5 and under, group rates available. Please contact Sarah at sarah.lee@sandwichglassmuseum.org about bus tours and other group rates. The Museum is handicap accessible.
Directions to the Museum
The Sandwich Glass Museum is located at 129 Main Street, Sandwich, MA 02563, opposite Old Town Hall. The entrance is located on Tupper Road.
Phone: (508) 888-0251
Email: sarah.lee@sandwichglassmuseum.org
2023/02/01 - 2023/10/30
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A public artist talk and reception will follow.
Sandwich Glass Museum
129 Main Street, Sandwich, MA 02563