The Glassmaker's Circle

The Glassmaker's Circle is the premier donor community at the Sandwich Historical Society and Glass Museum. Donors in this distinguished group receive year-round Museum access, exclusive experiences, and enhanced benefits as a token of appreciation for their support. 

Membership Eligibility

Open to donors contributing $1,000 or more annually to the Sandwich Historical Society and Glass Museum.

Unlimited Admission

  • Free admission to the Museum for the donor plus up to 5 guests of any age per visit

Access to Cultural Networks

  • Free admission and reciprocal benefits at:
    • Over 1,400 museums through the North American Reciprocal Museum Association (NARM)
    • Over 525 institutions through the Reciprocal Organization of Associated Museums (ROAM)
      (Participating museums span the U.S. and Canada)

Exclusive Experiences

  • One free guided tour for the donor and up to 5 guests - please call in advance to schedule this
  • Invitation to the annual Glassmaker’s Circle curated cultural experience

Discounts & Perks

  • 10% discount on all Museum Gift Shop purchases
  • 10% discount on Museum auditorium rentals

Publications

  • Subscription to our electronic newsletter
  • Subscription to The Cullet, our bi-annual digital magazine

Fall 2025 Curated Cultural Experience: Provincetown

On Thursday, October 16 2025 we will be escorting members of the Glassmaker's Circle to the Provincetown Art Association and Museum (PAAM). We will leave the Sandwich Glass Museum at 9:30 a.m. When we arrive at PAAM at 11 a.m. we will be treated to a Museum tour with CEO and Curator Chris McCarthy. The tour itself will be about 45 minutes, followed by another 45 minutes of self exploration of the following exhibits:

Blanche Lazzell: Becoming an American Modernist
August 29 – January 4, 2026

White–line Prints
September 12– November 2, 2025

Donald Beal
September 19 – October 19, 2025

Joan Cobb Marsh
September 19 – November 30, 2025

Iren Handschuh
September 26– November 16, 2025

We will then treat the group to lunch in Provincetown, returning to Sandwich around 3:30 p.m.

Why Your Donation Matters

Like most small museums across the U.S., the Sandwich Glass Museum depends largely on the financial support of the community.

In this milestone year of bi-centennial celebration, we invite you to express your support to ensure we can grow by adding glass making classes and experiences while continuing to showcase our vibrant glass making past and provide exhibition space for contemporary glass artists.

The Sandwich Historical Society’s Glass Museum is independently owned and operated. All operational expenses including staffing, insurance, utilities and facilities maintenance, are borne by the Sandwich Historical Society.

Your generosity will help keep this incredible community resource alive!

Donate Now!