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 

10th Annual PumpkinFest…

PumpkinFest is on for Saturday 10/21 – held in the Museum Theater due to inclement weather!

This event is free to view. Touring the museum indoors is separate and requires paid admission.

Fall has arrived! Join us at the 11th Annual PumpkinFest to be held on the grounds of the Sandwich Glass Museum on Saturday, October 21st. Each year the Sandwich Glass Museum challenges local glass artists to craft one-lf-a-kind or limited edition creations. Ranging from the petite to large scale and in hues from the classic orange to multi-color, there will be an exciting array. All pumpkins will be available for purchase. Remember first come, first serve, so come early, then enjoy a visit to the Sandwich Glass Museum and watch our glassblower make pumpkins in our glassblowing area

2023 Hours

Hours of operation
Summer hours: The Museum is open daily April 1 – December 30 from 9:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. In order to see everything the Museum has to offer, we recommend that you plan to arrive no later than 3:30 p.m.   glass blowing demonstrations hourly, on the hour

Winter hours: The Museum will be closed the month of January. In February and March the Museum is open Wednesday through Sunday from 9:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

 

Admission

Tickets are available for purchase upon arrival. No appointments necessary.

Adults: $12.00

Ages 6-14: $2.00

Age 5 and under: Free

Seniors 65+: $11.00

 

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