Glass museum featuring a wide range of rare glass, including glass from the local Boston & Sandwich Glass Factory
General Information
February–March: Wednesday–Sunday, 9:30am–4pm
January: By appointment only
Closed Thanksgiving & Christmas
Admission closes 30 minutes before closing
Seniors (65+): $13
Youth (6–14): $3
Children 5 & under: Free
Active Military: Free
Gift shop access: Free
Bourne, MA
How to Get There
From Sandwich, MA: Take Route 6A (Main Street) through the historic village of Sandwich. The Sandwich Glass Museum is located at 129 Main Street, with on-site parking available behind the building and in nearby public lots.
Overview
The Sandwich Glass Museum shows rare glass, including pieces from the Boston & Sandwich Glass Factory, founded by Deming Jarves in 1825, which was known for pressed lead glass and its colors. A live glassblower and exhibits explain how the glass was made and colored.
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