The Oglebay Institute opened the Museum of American Glass in West Virginia, featuring over 3,000 objects made of Wheeling glass from the years between 1829 and 1939.

The museum includes Victorian art glass, pattern and Depression glass, cut lead glass, Peach blow glass, and Northwood's carnival glass, among many others. While walking through the exhibition, visitors will find several statement pieces, such as a world-famous piece of Victorian artistry named the Sweeney Punch Bowl, which stands 5 feet tall and weighs a whopping 225 pounds.

In addition, those interested can take part in walk-in workshops, where they'll witness live glasswork and can even join in by making their very own paperweight.

Address: 1330 Oglebay Dr, Wheeling, WV 26003, Phone: 304-242-7272

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