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Evening of Findlay Glass History
March 23 @ 7:00 pm
Plan to attend an Evening of Findlay Glass History with Rob Tong!
Findlay glass and the supporting trades flourished during our Brilliant City years following our Gas & Oil boom. Do you know how many employees were hired,factories were built in the 1880’s? From August 1889 to June 1891, Findlay had 16 glass factories in operation simultaneously and was second only to Pittsburgh, the largest glass factory region in the United States.
Join local historian Rob Tong as he tells stories and tales of the impact of the glass manufacturing in Findlay. Rob will have images and artifacts to educate and entertain you!
Doors open at 6:30 p.m., program begins at 7. Call Jane for tickets, 419-722-7037, admission is $15 and includes light snacks. The taproom will also be open. As always, all proceeds benefit the care, costs and integrity of the Jones Mansion