5 out of 5 stars (573) 573 reviews $ 197.99 FREE shipping Favorite Add to Fenton Silvercrest Ruffled Dish, Fenton Milk Glass, Vintage Fenton Glass ThePrincessofPutz. Your support will go a long way in helping tour operators worldwide get back on their feet down the road. In 1986, George W. Fenton, Frank's son, took over as President of the company.In 1970, the company added their logo to the bottom of their "Original Formula" Carnival Glass pieces to distinguish them from their older Carnival Glass pieces. In October 2017, it was announced that demolition of the factory buildings would begin by the end of 2017, and that the new school, to be named the Williamstown-Waverly Elementary School, will occupy the factory's employee and visitor parking areas. Mebane, NC, US | Auction Details. The place is aSad to say Fenton Glass closed in 2011. Fenton Art Glass Collection Timed Auction by Mebane Antique Auction. We will be posting on Facebook and in newsletters with current offerings. Support this operator . I spoke to the new gift store for Fenton Glass, now al the produce is glass beads and ear rings. The Hobnail pattern glass would become the top-selling line and allowed the Fenton company to exist during WWII and to expand after the war. Frank Fenton and Wilmer C. "Bill" Fenton immediately stepped in and took over the positions of President and Vice President, respectively. In June 2017, Wood County Schools Superintendent John Flint signed an agreement to purchase the land that the former Fenton Glass Factory occupied.
Call 1-800-319-7793, ext. Art glass using the original Fenton mold designs, including the Fenton emblem, continues to be produced at another factory in nearby Ohio, while handcrafted jewelry and hand painted items will continue to be offered at the new Fenton Art Glass Gift Shop at 2242 Williams Highway, Williamstown, WV 26187.In 2015, Fenton's glass bead jewelry business was purchased by John Barton Company of Philadelphia, PA. Today, the company operates a manufacturing and fulfillment center in Philadelphia, producing glass beads for the wholesale and retail markets, as well as selling directly to consumers through an online store. The parking lot is overgrown with weeds the brick building is closedStopped by for a tour and to see the glass were. Vintage Fenton Art Glass Happiness Bird with Hand Painted light green Florals, Satin Glass Bird Figurine by Fenton AlkaraDesigns. 5 out of 5 stars (813) 813 reviews. Not worth the sideExperience the wonders of perfect oldworld glassmakingThe tour is free.
When we saw Fenton when looking for something to do we were thrilled. I don't think they were made there. Sort by: Lot Order. Only three people looking around at 1pm on Saturday. The original factory was in an old glass factory in Frank Fenton was the designer and decorator. No tour and gift shop not having much to sell. Alot of anniversary type items for $3.00 a piece and odds and ends from left over QVC. Fenton made hundreds of different colors of glass over the time they were open.Fenton has an extensive line of MILK GLASS that also is offered in an array of patterns. Our daughter collects Fenton glass shoes so when we travel we are always on the look out for them. You see collector glass items being made from being hand blown, formed, finishes, and put in ovens for the finish. Support this operator: Times are tough for the travel community right now. Fenton Art Glass.
Visitors to the factory were still able to watch the beadmaking demonstrations and purchase Fenton Art Glass. 603 were here. "Fenton ceased "traditional" glassmaking at the Williamstown, WV factory in July 2011. Fenton had a long history of decorating glass that goes back to its beginnings in 1905.On August 9, 2007, Fenton Art Glass sent out a press release stating they would "cease... operations over the next few months." For more than 100 years, Fenton art glass was the largest manufacturer of handmade colored glass in the United States. Pieces made in the 1980s have the number eight under the letter "n" in the logo, pieces from the 1990s have the number nine and pieces made in the 2000s have a 0 in the same place.Another type of mark is found on glass baskets. August 12, 2020 6:00 PM EST Timed auction. Register to bid Refresh page. Items shown for price research. 108, Williamstown, WV 26187. Handmade, American-made Fenton Art Glass and other unique gifts for all occasions. According to WTAP TV, "The company cites financial challenges since its restructuring in 2007 and recent developments as factors in its decision to shut down its traditional glassmaking business. The company still makes some products in Williamstown, West Virginia, while a different company continues to use many of the original molds. The Fenton Art Glass Company was founded in 1905 by brothers Frank L. Fenton and John W. Fenton. Fenton Art Glass Company ‑ CLOSED.
In the late 1940s, the top three members of Fenton's management died. To show your support, consider leaving a review or posting photos of tours and experiences you have taken. From shop AlkaraDesigns. The store offers perfect items and some seconds, all at Over the next thirty years, they continued to expand Fenton Art Glass, despite a large number of glass factories closing down. 200.