Heisey Glass Museum — Attraction in Ohio

My husband and I have visited the National Heisey Glass Museum twice! My mother-in-law is a huge Heisey collector, so our first trip was as a recon mission. The second trip was much to the enjoyment of both his parents and ourselves. I highly recommend this museum if you collect ANY glassware! They not only have fantastic displays, but a wonderful presentation on the glass making process. I love that they have a section completely dedicated to "famous" glass which was used as a movie prop or commissioned for a special purpose. The displays are impeccable and well organized. I suggest the guided tour. The enthusiast inside you will...

Very interesting glass museum. The ladies were quite friendly. It's a small fee and a self-guided walking tour showcasing what must have been thousands of various glass pieces donated over the years. Various colors, styles, and items, including punch bowls, ashtrays, cigarette boxes with ashtrays, wine glasses, cordial glasses, champagne flutes, and much much more in just about every color on the rainbow spectrum. 4 different age groups attended the youngest 9 and a half oldest in the mid-70s and all enjoyed. Not sure younger than 9 would be a great idea as it is glass and several pieces were tipped...

Small local museum curated to tell the story of Heisey Glass. We did not go to Newark with the intention of going, but it was a very nice stop. There are four main areas of displays and examples of glassworks from every decade of Heisey Glass. Even if you are not a Heisey Glass enthusiast, it is interesting to see. If you arrive on a slow day like we did, the folks at the front desk will give you a quick orienting tour and some history...