Pittsburgh Celebrates Glass! is a year-long celebration of Pittsburgh and Western Pennsylvania's glass heritage, and the ongoing contributions of glass and glass artists to the vibrancy of the Pittsburgh region. Throughout 2007, Pittsburgh Celebrates Glass! will feature hundreds of cultural events, activities and attractions at more than 50 venues, and notable glass artists and glass art from the Pittsburgh region and throughout the world.
When: Ongoing, throughout 2007
Where: At more than 50 venues throughout the Pittsburgh area.
Admission:
Many events, activities, and attractions included in the Pittsburgh Celebrates Glass! celebration are are free, but this varies. Check individual event details for information on admission and pricing.
Many events, activities, and attractions included in the Pittsburgh Celebrates Glass! celebration are are free, but this varies. Check individual event details for information on admission and pricing.
What to Expect:
Some of the most unique glass art in the world will be on display as part of Pittsburgh Celebrates Glass, including:
Some of the most unique glass art in the world will be on display as part of Pittsburgh Celebrates Glass, including:
- "Chihuly at Phipps: Gardens & Glass" (May 10 - November 11) – This exhibition at Phipps Conservatory fuses the fantastic glass art of Dale Chihuly with Phipps Conservatory’s gardens under glass, offering a unique intersection between nature and art.
- "Allure of Japanese Glass" (May 4 – September 16) – The Pittsburgh Glass Center will feature the work of contemporary Japanese artists who practice a full range of glass art methods and techniques. The Pittsburgh Glass Center is also offering ongoing live demonstrations, tours, classes, workshops and lectures.
- "Viva Vetro! Glass Alive! Venice and America" (May 12 – September 16) – This exhibition at the Carnegie Museum of Art is comprised of 125 works and is the largest exhibition to examine the links between Venetian and American artists over the last 50 years.
- "Metamorphosis: A Celebration of the Bead" (June 1 – July 10) – This show at the Senator John Heinz Regional History Center will showcase work done by some of the most noted glass beadmakers.
Other unique Pittsburgh Celebrates Glass! events include:
- Pittsburgh Festival of Lights (June) - Several historic downtown Pittsburgh buildings will shine throughout June, 2007, as part of a premier artistic lighting event by noted French artist Lucette de Rugy, president of Artlumiere. The artistic illuminations are fancy and free!
- "Therman Statom: Imagine Glass" (May)- Therman Statom, one of the most famous contemporary glass artists, will work with youth from Manchester Craftsmen's Guild, The Neighborhood Academy, and other schools to teach the principles of glass art, and to nurture creativity and pride.
Along with these exhibitions, there will be glass displays and collections showcased throughout the year at art galleries, including the Morgan Contemporary Glass Gallery, James Gallery and Concept Gallery. There will also be glass-focused events and artistic performances at Pittsburgh area theaters, historical centers, parks, museums and other locations.
Pittsburgh Celebrates Glass! Events:
Find upcoming Pittsburgh Celebrates Glass! events near you in their own special section of the About Pittsburgh events calendar: Pittsburgh Celebrates Glass! Events
Find upcoming Pittsburgh Celebrates Glass! events near you in their own special section of the About Pittsburgh events calendar: Pittsburgh Celebrates Glass! Events
