Fenton Art Glass Company is the largest manufacturer of handmade colored glass in the United States today and

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among the foremost glass manufacturers in the world. Known for its beautiful colors and patterns, Fenton Art Glass continues an American tradition with its skilled glassworkers and talented decorators.  

Fenton Art Glass was founded in 1905 by brothers Frank L. and John W. Fenton. They began their business In Martins Ferry, Ohio, by painting decorations on glassware made by nearby manufacturers. Prompted in part by the desire to work with a broader range of colors, the brothers soon decided to produce their own glass, and opened the Fenton Art Glass factory in Williamstown, West Virginia in 1907. In fact, Fenton introduced "iridescent ware" later that same year. Now known as "Carnival" glass, it's

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a popular collectible item today.  

Frank L. Fenton's love of color and his admiration for glass artisans like those at Tiffany and Steuben helped keep Fenton Art Glass in the forefront of the handmade art glass industry for the next few decades, but during the Depression Era and the early years of World War II, Fenton also produced practical items such as mixing bowls and perfume bottles. 

Eight Fenton family members work together along with over 100 employees in Williamstown, West Virginia, creating new colors, patterns and hand painted decorations that result in handmade glass artistry that is loved by collectors around the world. The company ceased traditional glassmaking in 2011 but today, the company has a new division creating handcrafted glass jewelry, including beads and Teardrop earrings. Source: http://www.fentonartglass.com/

If you are interested in learning more about Fenton Art Glass and visiting their store in Williamstown, join us on the Marietta Getaway, May 13-14. You'll visit the Castle of Marietta, see where the current Middleton Dolls are made, stay at the historic Lafayette Hotel, take a luncheon cruise on the Valley Gem Sternwheeler, and much more! This one night tour is $289.00 per person, double occupancy and departs from Dayton and Cincinnati, Ohio. Space is limited so be sure to sign up today!