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About the organization
The Corning Museum of Glass, founded in 1951 in Corning, New York, is the world's foremost institution dedicated to the art, history, and science of glass. Its founding ethos, rooted in the philanthropic vision of Corning Glass Works, is to illuminate the material's transformative role across cultures and centuries. The Museum's core mission encompasses collecting, preserving, and interpreting glass objects of artistic and historical significance, while also advancing glassmaking through research, education, and live demonstrations. Its expansive campus includes the Rakow Research Library, a premier center for glass scholarship, and state-of-the-art hot shops that host artists from around the globe. Beyond its encyclopedic collections, the Museum is a dynamic hub for contemporary glass practice, offering residencies, exhibitions, and public programs that foster experimentation and dialogue. It balances a reverence for craft tradition with a commitment to pushing the medium's boundaries, making it a vital resource for artists, scholars, and enthusiasts alike.
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Taking part
Artists should approach the Museum with a clear understanding of its dual commitment to historical context and contemporary exploration. For residencies like Diverse Expressions, proposals should articulate how the artist's practice engages with glass as a medium—whether through traditional techniques or conceptual interventions—and how the Museum's resources (e.g., hot shops, library) would advance the work. Demonstrate awareness of glass history without being beholden to it; the selection committee values innovation grounded in material knowledge. Applications should include a concise artist statement, a portfolio that highlights technical facility and conceptual depth, and a project proposal that is both ambitious and feasible within the residency timeframe. Given the Museum's global stature, it is advisable to visit or research its collections and past exhibitions to align your proposal with its curatorial interests. Networking with former residents or attending public programs can provide valuable insights, but ultimately, let the work speak with clarity and purpose.