WHAT'S ON AT THE MUSEUM


The museum has a lively programme of events open to all. Please see below for what's on at the museum.

Showing events in November 2021

British Society of Master Glass Painters Centenary Exhibition
17 Sep. 2021 - 1 Nov. 2021


Event category: Exhibition

Price: Free
Location: South-west Transept, Ely Cathedral
This touring exhibition of stained glass panels celebrates the Centenary of the British Society of Master Glass Painters (BSMGP), founded in 1921. Members of the society were asked to create a new exhibition panel measuring 30cm x 30cm on any theme of their choice.

Over 80 artists from across the UK and overseas contributed to the exhibition. This collection of artworks, created especially for their centenary year, celebrates the unique art of glass. The panels have been created using both traditional and modern glass techniques, demonstrating the extraordinary range of stained glass currently practiced. The artists explore a variety of subjects with a few recurring themes, such as the environment, the pandemic and the beauty of nature. The exhibition builds a fascinating insight into the concerns of glass artists a hundred years after the society was established to help stained glass remain relevant.

The Stained Glass Museum in collaboration with Ely Cathedral will launch the Centenary tour. Selected works will be on display in the south-west transept of Ely Cathedral, by the entrance to the museum between 17 September and 31 October 2021. Entry to the exhibition is free.

Founded in 1921, the British Society of Master Glass Painters is the UK's only organisation devoted exclusively to the art and craft of stained glass. Membership is open to everyone and they offer a professional qualification for accredited Associates and Fellows of the society.

More information and a complete virtual gallery of all the panels submitted can be seen here

Suitable for ages: All
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Stevens Architectural Glass Competition 2021
8 Oct. 2021 - 5 Nov. 2021

Event category: Exhibition

Location: Museum shop, The Stained Glass Museum
Exhibition of architectural glass panels submitted as competition entries for the 2021 Stevens Architectural Glass Competition, organised annually by the Worshipful Company of Glaziers & Painters of Glass’ (‘The Glaziers’ Company’). Open to international student glass artists and designers and those who have commenced their vocation in glass within the last eight years, the competition gives emerging stained glass artists an opportunity to compete for a real-life commission.
 
The 2021 competition was to design an architectural glass screen for the newly remodelled Senior School Reception Area at the Haberdasher’s School for Girls in Elstree, Hertfordshire. The new glass screen will be dedicated to the memory of Penelope Penney, Headmistress of the school from 1991 to 2005. She was an inspirational Head who believed passionately in the idea of strong, confident women.

Some of the full-scale sample glass panels submitted for the competition, made by artists from across the UK and Europe, are featured in this exhibition.

The exhibition is in the museum shop and can be seen without paying admission to the main gallery.

Suitable for ages: All

SG Mini Mornings - Bonfire Adventure
17 Nov. 2021 10:00-11:30


Event category: Children's Workshop

Price: £3.50
Location: The Stained Glass Museum
SG Mini Mornings is an interactive, multi-sensory session for Under 5s and their grown-up friends.

At the Stained Glass Museum we believe imagination and creativity are a vital part of a child’s early life and these sessions are designed to stimulate both.

Through story-telling, dancing, singing and craft making, SG Mini's is designed to provide parents and carers with an opportunity to explore creative play and to also allow for a little respite.

Each session is theatrically delivered by our Learning Manager.

£3.50 per child which includes a drink, biscuit for adults and children, craft materials and an interactive story.

TIME: 10:00-11:30, Last admittance 10:15.

Free-play and Craft Time (10:00-11:00)
StoryTime (11:00-11:30)

The session takes place in the museum gallery which is accessed via a stone spiral staircase of approximately 40 steps. Buggy park and toilet facilities available on the ground floor of the Cathedral.

Attendance limited to one child/one parent per ticket.

Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Suitable for ages: 5 and under
Contact: learning@stainedglassmuseum.com
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Refunds & Cancellation Policy


For cancellations made more than 28 days in advance we offer a full refund or one free date change.

For cancellations made between 14 and 28 days in advance we will offer a 50% refund or allow one free date change.

For cancellations made less than 14 days in advance we are unable to offer a refund or date change on workshop places, although you are welcome to transfer the booking to someone else.

If a date change has already been requested we cannot offer a refund on a subsequent cancellation.

We are unable to refund workshops paid for using workshop vouchers.

Please bear in mind that the Stained Glass Museum is a charity and in order to operate successfully it’s important that we adhere to this policy.

Cancellation of courses by the Museum
Under rare or exceptional circumstances the Museum may have to cancel workshops. If a cancellation is necessary, we will do our utmost to contact you by phone or email as soon as possible before the workshop is held. You will be offered either a full refund or the option to transfer their booking to an alternative date/workshop.

Please note The Stained Glass Museum is not liable for any costs associated with travel or accommodation. Please bear this in mind when booking travel or accommodation in advance.



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