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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.

Thursday, July 24, 2008

WANTED! Your Glass Collection


The Blenko Project www.blenkoproject.org will be adding 3 new collections to the website in August. We are looking for unique GLASS COLLECTIONS - West Virginia Glass Collections - if you have a glass collection, and you are willing to share your photos and your story please contact us at theblenkoproject@aol.com .

The Blenko Project continues to add 'retired BLENKO and WV GLASS WORKERS to the Featured Craftsmen Bar - if you are a retired glass workers - you have photos of your work (or your family member was the glass worker and you have photos) and you want to share your story and your photos - please email theblenkoproject@aol.com , we want to preserve the rich glass making history of this area.
Thank you. hjh
Note:If you have questions email Hillary at theblenkoproject@aol.com .
Photo of Shorty Finley retired craftsman - demonstrating at a BLENKO GLASS FESTIVAL