Wheaton Arts Celebrates Glass Art,
Offers Family Friendly Fun for All Ages

South Jersey has a long history in the art of American glass production. From the early 18th century through the late 20th century, names like Wistarburgh (the first glass manufacturer in America), Wheaton Glass, Stanger Glass, Whitney Glass and others produced unique and high quality glass works that were used all over the country. Today, that history is celebrated and skilled artists pass on the art of glassmaking to others at Wheaton Arts and Cultural Center in Millville NJ.

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The centerpiece of Wheaton Arts is the Museum of American Glass – home to the most comprehensive collection of American glass in the country with over 20,000 glass objects on display. The museum collection includes the world’s largest bottle, the first bottles made in America, and amazing glass works by Dale Chihuly and other contemporary glass artists. Tours of the museum are offered daily.

In the Wheaton Arts Glass Studio, visitors can watch as skilled glass artists create world class glass art. “Make Your Own” experiences allow visitors to get hands on and create beautiful paperweights, vases or bowls with the guidance of a master glassblower.


In addition to the Glass Studio, Wheaton Arts is home to craft studios where gifted artists demonstrate the art of ceramics and flameworking. Stained glass and paper studios are open during special events and for classes.

Wheaton Arts is situated on 45 scenic wooded acres that offer a picturesque setting for a stroll (there is a lovely one mile looping nature trail on the grounds) or afternoon picnic. The grounds are home to a number of award-winning museum stores which offer guests a one-of-a-kind shopping experience. The shops offer a vast selection of unique gifts and treasures  that range from glass marbles to traditional and contemporary art and craft in all mediums and include toys, decorative items for the home, wearable art, and much more.

Many special events and educational classes and workshops are held at Wheaton Arts throughout the year, including the Festival of Fine Craft, Wheaton Wide Open (free admission!), antique shows, free family art workshops, Saturday morning storytime for children, and much more.

Wheaton Arts and Cultural Center is located at 1000 Village Drive in Millville NJ. The center is open Tuesday through Sunday (10am to 5pm) from April through December. The Wheaton Arts Museum Stores and grounds are open year-round. Admission to the Wheaton Arts Museum of American Glass and artists’ studios is $10 for adults, $9 for  seniors (62+), and $7 for students. Children 5 and under are free.  Guests may shop the Museum Stores and stroll the grounds free of charge (except during special outdoor events).

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