Stained Glass Organizations, Groups, and Associations
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American Glass Guild
The American Glass Guild is an organization dedicated to the open and widespread dissemination of correct information and intelligent, informed opinions about stained, leaded and decorative glass. We are an inclusive organization and we actively seek the participation of all people with an interest in these diverse arts.

American Glass Guild
148 Main Street, Suite B1
Lebanon, NJ 08833
FX: 908-437-0230
Email: info@americanglassguild.org
Website: www.americanglassguild.org

Art Alliance for Contemporary Glass
The Art Alliance for Contemporary Glass is a not-for-profit organization whose mission is to further the development and appreciation of art made from glass. The Alliance informs collectors, critics and curators by encouraging and supporting museum exhibitions, university glass departments and specialized teaching programs, regional collector groups, visits to private collections, and public seminars

AACG Offices
P.O. Box 7022
Evanston, IL 60201
Phone and Fax: 847-869-2018
Website: www.contempglass.org
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Association of Craft & Creative Industries
ACCI brings to you the only craft and creative marketplace every summer in Chicago. It is the organization that provides the advantage that you need to grow your business ... to combine education, sales, networking, and information. The Association of Crafts & Creative Industries will give you the advantage that your business needs ... to succeed, to grow, and to profit in your industry. For more information:

Association of Crafts & Creative Industries (ACCI)
PO Box 3388
1100-H Brandywine Blvd.
Zanesville, OH 43702-3388
Voice: 740-452-4541
Fax: 740-452-2552
E-mail: acci.info@offinger.com
Web: www.accicrafts.org
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Art Glass Association (formerly Art Glass Suppliers Association, International)
A not for profit trade association promoting the art glass supplies and products industry throughout the world as well as providing for the educational and professional growth of its members. They sponsor The Art Glass Show, which has 200 exhibits and 50 educational classes. It is open to manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, retailers and publishers of art glass materials and Sunday is open to the public.

P. O. Box 2537
Zanesville, OH 43702-2537   USA
Phone: 740-454-1194
Fax: 740-454-1194
Contact: www.artglassassociation.com/aga/ContactUs.asp
Website: www.artglassassociation.com
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Artists In Stained Glass
A web based international non profit organization that is devoted to the promotion and development of stained glass as a contemporary art form worldwide. Members of all levels of expertise are welcomed. Membership information is available on the website. Annual dues are single: $10 US or $15 CDN, family $15 US, $22 CDN.

RR #3 Scotchline
West Minden, Ontario, Canada
Email: amazing@halhinet.on.ca 
Website: http://www.aisg.on.ca
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Association of Stained Glass Lamp Artists
Open association dedicated the perpetuation, improvement and promotion of the art and craft of stained glass lamp construction. Membership cost is $10.00/year (US). Produce a bimonthly newsletter, The Daily Grind and the Lamps for All Seasons calendar.

5070 Cromwell Drive NW
Gig Harbor, WA 98335   USA
Phone: 253-265-3646
E-mail:  wskyrnr21@aol.com
Website: www.asgla.com
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The Australian Association of Glass Artists Limited
Ausglass is a membership organization established to contribute to the advancement of Australian glass art by fostering effective communication and information exchange between its members and interested parties. Ausglass It is a membership organization that was established by artists, and is run by artists for artists. It has a national Board of Directors, who meet periodically face to face and via telephone link to conduct the affairs of the association. The annual general meeting is held each January.

PO Box 4018
McKinnon Vic 3204, Australia
Contact Information: www.ausglass.org.au/contact.php
Website: www.ausglass.org.au
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British Society of Master Glass Painters
The British Society of Master Glass Painters, founded in 1921, is Britain's only organisation devoted exclusively to the art and craft of stained glass.The Society is intended for all those with an interest in stained glass. Benefits of the annual subscription include regular newsletters, the annual Journal of Stained Glass, invitations to lectures, the annual conference, symposium and Christmas Dinner. An extensive reference library is also available to members.

British Society of Master Glass Painters
PO Box 167
Ilkley, LS29 8WD UK
Email: Society Secretary
Website: www.bsmgp.org.uk
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Canadian Crafts Federation / Fédération canadienne des métiers d’art
The national arts service organization that represents provincial and territorial craft councils and the Canadian craft sector. It advances and promotes the vitality and excellence of Canadian craft nationally and internationally to the benefit of Canadian craftspeople and the community at large.

170 Bedford Road Suite 300
Toronto, ON M5R 2K9
PH: 905-891-5928
FX:905-278-6973
E-mail: info@canadiancraftsfederation.ca
Website: www.canadiancraftsfederation.ca
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Glass Art Society
An international organization of glass artists, collectors, educators, curators and critics. Devoted to encouraging excellence and advance the appreciation and understanding of the glass arts world wide. Publishes an annual journal and biannual newsletter. Membership cost is $15 for students, $40 for individuals.

1305 4th Avenue, Suite 711
Seattle, WA 98101  USA
Phone: 206-382-1305
Fax: 206-382-2630
Email: info@glassart.org
Website: www.glassart.org
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Glass Art Association of Canada
The Glass Art Association of Canada is a volunteer, member-run organization. We offer Canadian glassmakers, students, collectors and interested individuals a communication network through the publication of the Gazette, our quarterly journal, and GlassWire, our Internet-based electronic newsletter. It is a professional not-for-profit organization that serves a glass community spread over a huge and diverse geographic area. Its aim is to highlight the excellence of Canadian studio glass through activities that are pertinent and accessible, and which promote communication, public education and appreciation, both in Canada and internationally

PO Box 507
Cupar, Saskatchewan
Canada S0G 0Y0
Email: info@glassartcanada.ca
Website: www.glassartcanada.ca
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The International Centre for Stained Glass Art / Le Centre international du Vitrail
The International Stained-Glass Centre, collaborates with the relevant scientific, cultural and professional organizations in order to promote the study and conservation of stained glass and the knowledge about, and contributes to encourage its contemporary forms of expression. Through workshops, classes, courses, exhibitions of ancient and modern stained glass and guided visits, an information letter, a magazine, the Centre is fulfilling its mission of diffusing information about stained-glass art. The museum workshop and its documentation centre provide the opportunity to become acquainted with the different stages in the design of stained-glass and to acquire knowledge about the art and techniques of medieval and contemporary stained-glass artists.

Jusqu1au 31 Mars 2002
5 Rue Du cardinal Pie-28000
Chartres France
PH: 02 37 21 65 72
FX: 02 37 36 15 34
E-mail: contact@centre-vitrail.org
Website: www.centre-vitrail.org

International Guild of Glass Artists
IGGA is a not-for-profit organization that aims to facilitate communication among glass artists, to encourage education and promote excellence in the glass arts. 

27829 365th Ave.
Platte, SD 57369
Membership Director: Jill Medlyn
Website: www.igga.org
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International Society of Glass Beadmakers
The Society of Glass Beadmakers (SGB) was formed in 1993 by a small group of American beadmakers brought together by an exhibit of contemporary glass bead artists at The Bead Museum in Prescott, AZ. SGB's founders united to establish an organization dedicated to promoting the growth and recognition of glass beadmaking by facilitating communication and mentoring among members and educating the public about the process of beadmaking and the artistic value of glass beads.

1120 Chester Avenue #470
Cleveland, OH 44114 USA
PH: 1-888-742-0242
Website: www.igbs.org
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New Mexico Glass Artists' Association
The New Mexico Glass Artists' Association (NMGAA) is a state-charted, non-profit corporation composed of volunteer glass devotees. The NMGAA includes a annual jury show in March and sponsors the annual exhibits of glass artworks for the Fine Arts Division and the Creative Arts Division at the New Mexico State Fair. The Association has 2 galleries for member's works and holds monthly programs.

211 San Mateo NE
Albuquerque, NM 87110
Phone: 505-255-1151
Fax: 505-255-1161
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Orlando Glass Dragons
The mission of the Orlando Glass Dragons is to promote the diverse art of glass beadmaking and glass working techniques; to be socially responsible through support of worthy causes; to provide a nurturing environment to all members; and foremost, to have a good time together through our common passion for glass.

Website: www.orlandoglassdragons.net
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Retailers of Art Glass and Supplies Association
This Association is organized and operated on a non-profit basis exclusively for the benefit of stained glass retailers. The basic mission is to continually improve the quality of the overall retail marketplace for stained glass products and specifically to also improve the overall quality of service to the end consumer. RAGS is an IRS approved non-profit (501) (c) 6 organization. For further information on requirements to join RAGS, please visit the website.

2314 Broad Street
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Web site: www.stainedglassretailers.com
Membership: /JOIN_RAGS
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Society of American Mosaic Artists
The Society of American Mosaic Artists (SAMA) is a non-profit membership organization dedicated to the promotion of mosaic art and the advancement of mosaic artists through research, education, and networking. SAMA was founded in 1999 by a small group of mosaic artists who wanted a venue to share their knowledge, expertise, and interest in mosaic art – this most ancient of art forms which is experiencing a significant contemporary revival.

The Society of American Mosaic Artists
PO Box 624
Ligonier, PA 15658-0624
PH: 866.902.SAMA or Direct: 724.238.3087
FX: 724.238.3973
Website: www.americanmosaics.org
Email: info@americanmosaics.org
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Stained Glass Association of America
A national association of professional studios, artists, designers, craft suppliers, hobbyists and glass enthusiasts. Dedicated to the education, quality and integrity in the craft. Publish Stained Glass Quarterly magazine and the SGAA Reference and Technical Manual.

10009 East 62nd Street
Raytown, MO 64133   USA
Phone: (800) 888-7422
Email: sgaa@stainedglass.org
Web site: stainedglass.org
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The Western Australian Art Glass Guild Incorporated
The first registered guild in Australia pertaining to the Art Glass industry. We have been operating for a year and are very actively involved in developing standards for the industry. Contact us for additional information on membership information and fees.

P.O. Box 288
North Fremantle, WA, Australia, 6159
Phone: 08-933-566-34
Fax: 08-933-566-34
Email Address norfreml@mail.wantree.com.au
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