IAN SIMMONDS

Early American Glass: From the Colonies to the Civil War Ian Simmonds Chappaqua Library, 195 South Greeley Ave., Chappaqua, NY. Talk starts at 10am.

The story of American glass is dominated by inventions that transformed a craft into an industry, with expensive handmade objects being steadily replaced by large quantities of inexpensive, mass produced goods suitable for the growing middle class.

I will trace this story from the mid-18th Century to the Civil War, illustrating the variety of products available in each period.

Following the talk, I will identify and appraise American glass of this period brought in by audience members.

My talk is being hosted by the New Castle Historical Society.