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Contemporary Glass: Research Techniques: Overview

Tips for researching contemporary glass artists, history, and works

Contemporary Glass Research Tips

We have highlighted a few studio and contemporary glass resources in this guide.

General Information about Finding Resources at the Rakow Library of The Corning Museum of Glass

Related LibGuides

The Rakow Library's Resource Guides (LibGuides) provide additional information about contemporary glassmaking techniques; for example, explore glassblowing, flameworking, kilnworking, beadmaking, coldworking, or view more specific guides for Venetian style glassblowing, color, and more.

Basic Vocabulary

Find Answers to Your Glass Questions

Search Library Collections and More

Rakow Research Library Hours

Open by appointment only

Phone and Appointment Hours:

Monday-Thursday
10:00am-4:00pm

Chat with a Librarian:

Monday-Thursday
10:00am-12:00pm, and
2pm-4pm

Research Consultations:

Hours vary. To see list of available appointment times, visit reserve.cmog.org.

Museum Hours:

See www.cmog.org.

Interlibrary Loan

Interlibrary Loan (ILL) is a cooperative library service that allows you to borrow materials through your local library. For more information visit our ILL page or e-mail ILL@cmog.org.