The UW-Madison Glass Lab is one of UW’s treasured “firsts”—the first collegiate glass program in the nation. 2022 marked the sixtieth anniversary of this seminal narrative. In 2023-2024, the UW Glass Lab presents Glass Madison—a year-long celebration of the sixth decade of this history, composed of Exhibitions, a Symposium, and Public Programs.
Exhibitions
Glass Madison Exhibitions reflect contemporary glass practice through a survey of work from the sixth decade of the UW Glass Lab, featuring current student, alumni, and faculty work.
Educational Gathering
The Glass Madison Educational Gathering is a symposium of collegiate and community glass programs, convening the creative communities that grew from this seminal program in an embodiment of the Wisconsin Idea.
Public Programs
Glass Madison Public Programs consolidates events tailored for the public to increase material literacy and glass appreciation.