Heart of Glass
Blenko Glass is a West Virginia treasure that spans generations. Nothing symbolizes the state of West Virginia better or more beautifully than Blenko Glass. We will discuss current and former craftsmen and designers and how important it is that Blenko and West Virginia glass be appreciated and valued by the younger generation.
Friday, May 09, 2008
Henry Harrison Thompson - Blenko The People
Henry Harrsson Thompson (Harry) Born Oct 15 1909 Harveytown, WVa in Wayne County Worked at Blenko 1939 to 1966 Died at age 89 in Okeehobie, FLa in 1999 We are looking for information about Harry Thompson - if you knew him at Blenko, or have items he made, please contact me at theblenkoproject@aol.com Thank you Hillary Homburg
Hillary Homburg DDS is a 2009 graduate of West Virginia University School of Dentistry. She is currently GRP resident at Ohio State University College of Dentistry. She is passionate about her Bichon Frise (small paws rescue), classic movies, theater, big band music, community involvement, West Virginia, West Virginia craftsmen and Blenko Glass. Since 2005, Homburg has spent all her free time on the BLENKO PROJECT at www.blenkoproject.org.