Bergstrom-Mahler Museum of Glass

09/02/2026

Due to the possibility of rain tomorrow (Wed) morning, Yoga on the Lawn is cancelled😢. Join us next Wed instead!

08/30/2026

Some pumpkins are picked from the patch; others look like they washed ashore from a mermaid’s treasure chest. Let your inner fish follow the shimmer to the Museum Shop and discover the next glass treasure to add to your hoard!

Pictured: Glass Pumpkin by Jack Pine Studio. Call or stop by to purchase today!

08/23/2026

No guts? No problem! 😄 Our glass pumpkins are ready to add a little spooky sparkle to your home. Find them in the Museum Shop while they last!

08/21/2026

🔥 Tomorrow in the Glass Studio! 🔥

Ready to get hands-on with hot glass? Join us tomorrow, Saturday, August 22, from 11 AM–2 PM for Intro to Flameworking at Bergstrom-Mahler Museum of Glass! Register today, we have 2 spots left!

https://bmmglass.com/product/intro-to-flameworking-8-22

This beginner-friendly class is a great way to learn the basics of safely working with hot glass. You’ll create your own glass beads and learn how to make other small glass objects. All experience levels welcome! Instructor Beth Wenger-Johnstone will guide you through the process.

08/19/2026

Discover Wisconsin Art Destinations!
We’re proud to join 12 other Wisconsin art museums in showcasing the state’s incredible visual arts and inspiring cultural destinations.

Visit 3, Get a T!
From Aug. 15–Nov. 15, visit any three participating museums, check in via QR code, and earn a limited-edition, artist-designed T-shirt while supplies last!
Plus, enjoy exclusive discounts from participating lodging, dining and attractions—perfect for a fall arts road trip.

Learn more: https://www.wisconsinartdestinations.com/deals

08/15/2026

Grateful to YOU! GLASS Arts Festival is a huge success!

Thank you, dear friends for making our 2026 GLASS Arts Festival presented by Miron Construction a resounding success! Even with a venue relocation to the Fox Cities Exhibition Center due to tornado recovery efforts, we welcomed 4,000 visitors to a day filled with glass!

We thank the artists for their tremendous efforts to make this one-of-a-kind festival a remarkable admission-free event for our community. It felt good to have a creative event for all of us to experience the beauty of glass during such a difficult time. Congrats to all of our award recipients whose work was selected by juror Brit Micho, Curator of Exhibitions at the Fort Wayne Museum of Art!

1st Place: Laurel Grey, Sponsored by Rosann Baum Milius
2nd Place: Martha Fetter, Sponsored by the Paperweight Collector Association
3rd Place: Rosalie Phillips, Sponsored by the Lilian Noble Fund
Honorable Mentions: Monica Harris, George Machart, Vaiju Saraf, Aiko Tatsumi
and Larry Zengel/Brett Young

We thank our generous event sponsors: Presenting sponsor Miron Construction, Community First Credit Union, our Kids Activities sponsor, Oshkosh Area Community Foundation | Menasha Corporation Foundation | Horicon Bank | Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Community Vision Fund | 91.1 The Avenue | Wisconsin Public Radio | Rosann Baum Milius | Bergstrom Automotive | Paperweight Collectors Association | Can Can Boutique & Bar | Harp Gallery | 4imprint | WAPL/KISS-FM | Lilian Noble Fund | J. Anthony Jewelers | Image360/Crown Trophy | Ogden Plumbing | Great Harvest Bread Co. | Brehmer Law LLC | Simplicity Credit Union | Festival Foods | Best Western Premiere Bridgewood Resort Hotel | Festival Foods | August Haven

The Museum is very thankful to award sponsors: Rosann Baum Milius, the Paperweight Collectors Association, and the Lilian Noble Fund.

And special thanks to the individuals and partners who helped us relocate our Festival: John Bergstrom, Amanda Secor and Morgan Teal and Community First Credit Union, City of Appleton, Fox Cities Performing Arts Center, Kate and Nick Schmidt and US Venture, and the Fox Cities Exhibition Center.

We are so grateful to our community for making our GLASS Arts Festival a great success! Thank you! Please come visit us this summer to see our new renovations, exhibitions and take a class.

08/15/2026

🎃 Pumpkin season is officially starting! 🍂

Our glass pumpkins are making their return, and they’re ready to add a little autumn magic to your home. Come find your favorite while you can - these one-of-a-kind pieces won’t last forever!

Stop by the Museum Shop and take home a little piece of the season.

08/13/2026