Sandwich Glass Museum in Sandwich MA
If you have free day on your vacation week down the Cape, a fun place to check out is the Sandwich Glass Museum. The glass museum is a fascinating place to visit even on a sunny day as the light coming from the windows make the glass sparkle. Rainy days work as well a visit will take you between 90 minutes to 2 hours. You can learn about the history of glass as well as see some new exhibits. It is an absolutely beautiful museum to visit.
The Sandwich Historical Society and Glass Museum interpret the history of the town and its glass industry. Exhibits of glass and historical items tell the story of the town’s greatest contribution to the American Industrial Revolution. Displays offer more than 6,000 pieces, in fifteen galleries, created by the different glass companies in Sandwich during the 19th and 20th centuries. The Museum also includes daily glassblowing demonstrations, a multi-media theater, a contemporary glass gallery, and special exhibitions. Located in the heart of Sandwich village, the Museum houses a dazzling Museum Store featuring contemporary glass artists as well as reproductions. The Museum Store offers perfumes, jewelry, paperweights, vases and ornaments. In addition visitors can view the intriguing world of glassblowing and interact with out glassblowers as they demonstrate their craft in all its complexity. Family friendly and interactive, this unique museum is a “must” during your visit.
Glassblowing Demonstrations
This is a definitely a highlight of your museum visit Watch molten glass, drawn from the furnace, blown and pressed into exquisite shapes. Learn why the Boston & Sandwich Glass Company led the world in the manufacture of glass during the early 19th century. The glassblower selects someone from each audience to press an actual piece of glass. The 20 minute demonstration takes place every hour on the hour with plenty of time for questions afterward. Even if you have seen glassblowing before this up close, hands on demonstration is truly enthralling for adults and mesmerizing for children
The Sandwich Glass Museum exhibits nearly 6,000 pieces of glass produced at the Boston & Sandwich Glass Company between 1825 and 1888. Natural light pours through the spectacular colors as other exhibits describe how substantial Sandwich’s contributions were at the dawn of the Industrial Revolution.
Special events
6th Annual SeaFair at the Sandwich Glass Museum
06/01/2024 10:00AM – 06/02/2024 2:00PM
Sandwich Glass Museum, 129 Main Street, Sandwich, MA, USA
Please join us for this exciting outdoor show and sales event as we showcase glass artists and their amazing talent! Aquatic and Nautical themed glass items will delight all who attend.
We are proud to feature pieces blown in our very own SGM Studio along with the best by local and regional artists! Items to look forward to include whale tails, conch shells, waves, sailboats, various sea creatures, and other nautical ornaments.
This outdoor event is free to attend. Touring of the Museum is paid admission.
2024 Hours
The Museum is located at the corner of Rt.130 and Tupper Road at 129 Main St., Sandwich MA. across the street from the Sandwich Town Hall.
For more information visit the Sandwich Glass Museum
