I've been fascinated by glass since I visited another museum when I was a student some 40 years ago, and was captivated by its many colors and forms. This was only my second visit here, and I am sorry it took me so long to return. Though I am mostly interested in late 19th-early 20th century glass, there is not a display in the museum I would not have further explored if I had the time. Everything from ancient glass made by the most primitive techniques to modern scientific glass and today's most cutting edge artistic pieces were represented when we visited. As you progress through the various galleries, you will find yourself asking time and time again, "Why did someone make this out of glass?", in my case, over a wonderful crystal table, and on the other end of the spectrum, a mile-long beaded rope, and "How did they make this out of glass?", in this case, over a wonderful life-sized sculpture of a minutely pleated woman's gown, simply unbelievable. Everything from sparkling cut glass tableware to Tiffany lamps and windows, lampworked paperweights, to the dazzling iridescent art glass of Corning's own Steuben factory are here to enjoy. Some of Europe's finest glass is here as well, including Nancy, France, Baccarat, and delicate Venetian pieces. Anyone who handles glasswork of this type for work could easily spend several days exploring, and your admission pass is good for 2 days. Note, there is an additional part of the collection not to be missed in the Rakow Library building, across the parking lot-the colored glassware of Frederick Carder, mastermind behind the era of some of Steuben's most vibrant works. The library itself is open to the public; I hope to use its resources next visit. Combined passes for the Rockwell Museum and the Corning Museum are available at the Rockwell, and various discounts are offered for seniors, veterans, and others, check in advance. Also, we discovered too late for this trip that some of the local hotels offer a glass lover's package, including the museum passes with your reservation, again, inquire in advance. BTW, don't skip the museum gift shop, there were many interesting works on display for sale there. And last, the Corning Museum does have some wheelchairs available for use, ask where you enter and someone will assist you.
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Aug 2019
Thanks for visiting and for leaving such a lovely review! With a mission to tell the world about glass, we are always pleased when glass enthusiasts visit us. We also love it when those with limited understanding or experience with the art, history, or science of glass arrive and depart as glass enthusiasts. We encourage visitors to take advantage of our complementary tours that come with admission, as our knowledgeable Glass Guides may be able to help answers questions you have as you explore our collections. Next time we encourage that you check with nearby hotels to see if they have travel packages with us and that you take some time to visit the Rakow Research Library, the largest library in the world dedicated to glassmaking. We're looking forward towards seeing you again soon.