Founders Chapter

This program will have some odd glass items for sure, but is really just a chance to share interesting unrelated glass pieces that Amy has found over the years, with go-along stories. Members please join in and share something unusual you have that has an interesting function; rare or experimental color/decoration; is an end-of-day or whimsy; or just something unique people may not have seen.

Hope Glass Works was a small glass cutting Hope Glass Works was a small glass cutting company which operated in Providence, Rhode Island, from 1872 through the 1920s, the entirety of the American Brilliant Period. This presentation will focus on the surprising relationship between Hope and the sterling-mounted pieces manufactured by the Gorham Company. New research is revealing the development of the Hope Glass Works and newly identified examples of their work, which will be on display.

Louis will share with us some of his 'systems' for cataloging, organizing and managing his ever-growing collection of glass, books, and related ephemera. Please bring any questions and or suggestions you may have about inventory, research, and display which you have found to be helpful.

Year end meeting and Vaughan-Catered Luncheon & Glass Auction