For more information, call (856) 825-6800, (TRS) 800-852-7899 or dial 711 or visit www.wheatonarts.org.
Wheaton Arts and Cultural Center, 1501 Glasstown Road, Millville, will resume its six-day operating schedule on April 1. Hours will be from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday through Dec. 31.
WheatonArts is home to the Museum of American Glass, with the most comprehensive collection of American glass in the country, the Creative Glass Center of America, a fellowship program for international artists working in glass, and the Down Jersey Folklife Center which showcases the various ethnic and occupational groups that define the region through changing exhibits and displays.
The visitor experience also includes artist demonstrations in glass, ceramics, flameworking and woodcarving. The award winning museum stores feature one-of-a-kind, handcrafted gifts in all media. The “Make Your Own” programs, fee based and appointments required, provide visitors an opportunity to create a paperweight, blow a bowl or vase form and make beads. Also, special exhibitions are presented in the Museum of American Glass, Down Jersey Folklife Center and Gallery of Fine Craft throughout the year.
Exhibitions:
April 1: “People, Places and Paperweights” in the Museum of American Glass Special Exhibition Gallery. This exhibition illustrates the production of 16 American glass companies and the paperweights made by individuals associated with the factories.
April 1 – May 16: “Contemporary Flamework” in The Gallery of Fine Craft. The exhibit and sale includes works by Paul Stankard, Stankard Studio, Shane Fero, Emilio Santini and Gianni Toso. The work ranges from unique goblets to one-of-a-kind sculptures.
April 1 - October 20: “Cambodian Traditions: Weddings and Court Dances” in the Down Jersey Folklife Center. The exhibition features costumes, accessories and masks which are part of the two major traditions of Cambodian culture – Khmer classical dance and Khmer traditional wedding.
Upcoming Programs and Events:
April 3 – “Design A Glass Rabbit” Demonstration. Winners and their families are invited to watch their designs created by the WheatonArts artists in the Glass Studio from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
May 1 – Eco-Fair: Green Living For Your Home and Garden. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Free and open to the public. Educators, related businesses and organizations will provide information, resources, products and solutions for people to live healthier, eco-friendly lives. The day features special presentations, tree tours by the Rutgers University Master Gardeners, kids’ crafts, “green” films, native plants, entertainment, food and refreshments. Presented in partnership with the Cumberland County Improvement Authority.
May 15 – Paperweight Fest in the Event Center. Noon to 5 p.m. Presented in association with the Delaware Valley Paperweight Collector’s Association. See a select group of paperweight dealers, artists and galleries in the Event Center.
May 28 – Open Studio with the Creative Glass Center of America Fellows. Event Center at 7 p.m. Free and open to the public. Visitors will see a slide show of the Fellows work followed by a demonstration of their glassmaking techniques. Light refreshments.
Classes and Workshops: Advanced registration is required. Walkins are welcome only if the class is not full. To register, call (856) 825-6800, ext. 100, or send an e-mail to Beverly Narbut, at bnarbut@wheatonarts.org.
Beginning Stained Glass: Geometric Suncatchers, for ages 16 and older, 6 to 8 p.m. April 6, 13 and 20; members $65, nonmembers $75.
Fusing I: Glass Jewelry, for ages 16 and older, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. April 14, 21 and 28, members $225, nonmembers $250.
Blowing I: Beginning Glass Blowing, for ages 16 and older, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. April 14, 21 and 28, members $295, nonmembers $320.
Fusing II: Fantasy Face Mask, for ages 16 and older, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. April 15 and 22, members $225, nonmembers $250.
Blowing II: Level Two Glass Blowing, for ages 16 and older, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. April 15, 22 and 29. members $295, nonmembers $320.
Cambodian Beadwork On Fabric, for ages 10 and older, 2 to 4 p.m. April 25, members $30, nonmembers $35.
Admission is $10 for adults, $9 for senior adults, $7 for students and free for children age five and younger. Free to shop and stroll except during outdoor special events. From April 1 to 30, buy one general admission ticket and receive one complimentary pass for a future visit.
WheatonArts is home to the Museum of American Glass, with the most comprehensive collection of American glass in the country, the Creative Glass Center of America, a fellowship program for international artists working in glass, and the Down Jersey Folklife Center which showcases the various ethnic and occupational groups that define the region through changing exhibits and displays.
The visitor experience also includes artist demonstrations in glass, ceramics, flameworking and woodcarving. The award winning museum stores feature one-of-a-kind, handcrafted gifts in all media. The “Make Your Own” programs, fee based and appointments required, provide visitors an opportunity to create a paperweight, blow a bowl or vase form and make beads. Also, special exhibitions are presented in the Museum of American Glass, Down Jersey Folklife Center and Gallery of Fine Craft throughout the year.
Exhibitions:
April 1: “People, Places and Paperweights” in the Museum of American Glass Special Exhibition Gallery. This exhibition illustrates the production of 16 American glass companies and the paperweights made by individuals associated with the factories.
April 1 – May 16: “Contemporary Flamework” in The Gallery of Fine Craft. The exhibit and sale includes works by Paul Stankard, Stankard Studio, Shane Fero, Emilio Santini and Gianni Toso. The work ranges from unique goblets to one-of-a-kind sculptures.
April 1 - October 20: “Cambodian Traditions: Weddings and Court Dances” in the Down Jersey Folklife Center. The exhibition features costumes, accessories and masks which are part of the two major traditions of Cambodian culture – Khmer classical dance and Khmer traditional wedding.
Upcoming Programs and Events:
April 3 – “Design A Glass Rabbit” Demonstration. Winners and their families are invited to watch their designs created by the WheatonArts artists in the Glass Studio from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
May 1 – Eco-Fair: Green Living For Your Home and Garden. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Free and open to the public. Educators, related businesses and organizations will provide information, resources, products and solutions for people to live healthier, eco-friendly lives. The day features special presentations, tree tours by the Rutgers University Master Gardeners, kids’ crafts, “green” films, native plants, entertainment, food and refreshments. Presented in partnership with the Cumberland County Improvement Authority.
May 15 – Paperweight Fest in the Event Center. Noon to 5 p.m. Presented in association with the Delaware Valley Paperweight Collector’s Association. See a select group of paperweight dealers, artists and galleries in the Event Center.
May 28 – Open Studio with the Creative Glass Center of America Fellows. Event Center at 7 p.m. Free and open to the public. Visitors will see a slide show of the Fellows work followed by a demonstration of their glassmaking techniques. Light refreshments.
Classes and Workshops: Advanced registration is required. Walkins are welcome only if the class is not full. To register, call (856) 825-6800, ext. 100, or send an e-mail to Beverly Narbut, at bnarbut@wheatonarts.org.
Beginning Stained Glass: Geometric Suncatchers, for ages 16 and older, 6 to 8 p.m. April 6, 13 and 20; members $65, nonmembers $75.
Fusing I: Glass Jewelry, for ages 16 and older, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. April 14, 21 and 28, members $225, nonmembers $250.
Blowing I: Beginning Glass Blowing, for ages 16 and older, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. April 14, 21 and 28, members $295, nonmembers $320.
Fusing II: Fantasy Face Mask, for ages 16 and older, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. April 15 and 22, members $225, nonmembers $250.
Blowing II: Level Two Glass Blowing, for ages 16 and older, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. April 15, 22 and 29. members $295, nonmembers $320.
Cambodian Beadwork On Fabric, for ages 10 and older, 2 to 4 p.m. April 25, members $30, nonmembers $35.
Admission is $10 for adults, $9 for senior adults, $7 for students and free for children age five and younger. Free to shop and stroll except during outdoor special events. From April 1 to 30, buy one general admission ticket and receive one complimentary pass for a future visit.
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