Higgins glassware was created as "an exclamation point in your decorating scheme!" Functional and beautiful, learn how Frances and Michael Higgins helped start contemporary studio glass by "trying to make what looks good--any time, any place".
Off the Cuff: The Next Century Initiative
Following our centennial celebration, we at #fwmoa are thinking ahead to the next 100 years! As we usher in 2023, President & CEO Charles Shepard shares his thoughts on the future of #fwmoa:
Now on View: Ann Wolff
There's a lot to see on a visit to #fwmoa, so let us point out a piece or two #nowonview to get your new year of art exploration started!
Off the Cuff: The Siren Song of Santa Fe
The siren song of glass is strong! Charles Shepard, #fwmoa CEO & President, details his surprise spring trip to Santa Fe to learn more about glass in anticipation of the new glass wing.
I ♥ Swedish Design
You might be thinking: What does an American art museum have to say about Swedish artists and glass sculptors? Turns out, quite a bit! See how Swedish design impacted American art in all forms in this post from Sue Slick, Collection Information Specialist.
Off the Cuff: Habatat Gallery Celebrates their Golden Anniversary
Who designates works of art into a movement? It isn't art museum curators, but gallerists. Here, #fwmoa President Charles Shepard discusses the role of the gallery owner, spotlighting Habatat Gallery, the first to champion the work of glass sculptors.