Sandwich Glass Museum

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“Sandwich, the oldest town on Cape Cod, is heavily involved in the history of glassblowing in New England.”

– Time Out

Atlas Obscura Atlas Obscura
"This delicate museum is devoted to the art and industry that once supported Cape Cod's oldest town. " Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Sandwich glass, now prized by collectors, had its heyday in the 19th century, and this heritage is artfully displayed in this excellent, sprawling museum." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
1 Star
"Sandwich has long been famous for the manufacture of glass. To see how glass was made here in the 19C, visit the Sandwich Glass Museum. Tours are offered." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"On display are almost 6,000 glass items, including lamps, tableware, candlesticks, vases, and perfume bottles. Check ahead for a schedule of live glassblowing demonstrations." Full review
U.S. News & World Report U.S. News & World Report
6.0
"The old Boston & Sandwich Glass Company facility – once the cornerstone of the glass-blowing, pressing and cutting industries – was preserved by Sandwich Historical Society at the turn of the century." Full review
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