The History of Glass Growers Gallery
Glass Growers Gallery opened December 4, 1974 at West 2nd and Plum Sts. primarily as a display place for the items made by Deborah Vahanian and John Vahanian. Those three dimensional items were made out of flat sheets of glass and silicone, forming geometric patterns that were used as terrariums, light fixtures, and sculpture; hence the name, Glass Growers.
In 1982, Glass Growers Gallery relocated to 701 Holland Street. At that time, Glass Growers Gallery expanded the number of gallery exhibitions and broadened its line of American Crafts and gifts.
In 1985, Glass Growers Gallery initiated the marketing of art to corporations.
In 1988, Glass Growers Gallery incorporated as a C corporation within the state of Pennsylvania.
In November 1999, Glass Growers Gallery relocated to its present location at Discovery Square 10 East Fifth Street.
From the South: (I 79) North to the Bayfront Highway. Turn Left onto State Street. Travel south on State to 5th, turn Left onto 5th Street.
(Peach St.) north bound to 6th Street - Perry Square. Once on the park circle, turn Right onto State Street (North). Turn Left on 5th Street (East).
From the East: (R 20) to I 79 / Bayfront Highway - North. Turn Right onto State Street. Travel south on State to 5th, turn Left onto 5th Street.
From the West: (R 20) to I 79 / Bayfront Highway - North. Turn Left onto State Street. Travel south on State to 5th, turn Left onto 5th Street.
Summer Gallery Hours: Mon.~Thurs. 10-6/Fri. 10-8/Sat. 10-5/Sun. 1-5
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Glass Growers Gallery’s scope of services is as follows:
• Develops art acquisition plans, advising on art selections, placement, installation, and maintenance.
• Designs commemorative wall reliefs, sculpture, and personalized awards.
• Displays and sells the most distinctive array of American Crafts, Fine Art, and Sculpture.
• Provides consulting services for Fine Art Appraisals according to U.S.P.A.P. specifications. |
Glass Growers Gallery supplements the annual income for over 100 regional fine artists through commissions and sales of their work.
Glass Growers Gallery was named one of the best gift shops by the Times Publishing Co. 2002 Reader’s poll. Glass Growers Gallery has been nominated as one of the top 100 galleries in the United States. Deborah Vahanian received her national certification in Fine Art Appraisal from New York University.
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