Glass Demo at Michigan Hot Glass: 6th Michigan Regional Glass Exhibit

6th Michigan Regional Glass Exhibition 2026 Exhibit Dates: May 3 – June 24, 2026 Opening Reception: Sunday, May 3, 1 – 4 p.m. Hot Glass Demonstration by Herb Babcock: Sunday, May 17, 1:30 PM Lecture by Alli Hoag: Sunday, May 31, 1 PM Artist Talk: Sunday, June 7, 2 PM

Meet up with us at Michigan Hot Glass for a one-of-a-kind demo with glass artist Herb Babcock.

Russell Industrial Center | Exhibition Center 1600 Clay St, Detroit, MI 48211 1:30 PM

Herb received both his BFA and his MFA in Sculpture: his bachelor’s degree from the Cleveland Institute of Art and his master’s from the Cranbrook Academy of Art. He also studied Sculpture at the Skowhegan School in Maine and Glass at the Toledo Museum of Art.

He is currently an independent studio artist and Professor Emeritus after 40 years as the Glass Department Chairman, College for Creative Studies, Detroit, Michigan.

His work is represented in galleries, museums and collections both nationally and internationally. His work includes large scale, municipal public art projects. Herb has a diverse body of work. His sculpture background is predominately metal fabrication.

Registration is required.

Special Feature in the Upper Gallery:“Tchotchkes” — A tribute to Albert Young, legendary artist and founder of Michigan Hot Glass. This showcase brings to life an exhibit concept he envisioned before his passing.

Artist Spotlight: (TBD)

Exhibit Sponsors : Dr. Judy Balan Pearl, Prudence Bernstein Trust, Esther Hankin, Rebecca & Fred Hankin, Helene & Arthur Indianer, Manat Foundation, Nancy & Sam Shamie

Program Sponsors: Judy & Dr. John Marx, Arlene & Jack Schultz

For more on exhibits and events, visit (https://charachgallery.org/).

OPEN HOURS DURING EXHIBITS: Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday – 10 am – 4 pm Thursday – 11 am – 7 pm *Visit the website or social media for up-to-date information & holiday closures.

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