AHG
The Association for the History of Glass Limited (AHG) is an
Educational Charity and Company Limited by Guarantee.
The Association's objectives are to advance public knowledge and
interest in the historical, archaeological, aesthetic and technological
study of glass for all periods of history and in all parts of the
world, together with the problems of conservation and preservation of
glass.
It publishes a
Newsletter twice a year
and runs Study Days and
Conferences.
Membership
If you are interested in any aspect of glass history we would like
to welcome you as a member. For payment of a very modest fee you could
enjoy the privilages of membership and play an active part in pursuing
the Association's objectives. Further details and a membership
application form are
available here
Origins of the Association
The AHG was originally set up to run the 8th Congress of
l'Association Internationale pour l'Histoire du Verre (AIHV), which was
held in London in 1979. It continues to act as the British
National Committee of the AIHV, and in that capacity it hosted the 16th
International Congress (known as "AIHV2003") which was held in London
during September 2003.
Management of the AHG
The AHG is run by a Board of Directors consisting at present of
three officers (President, Hon Secretary and Hon Treasurer) and 16
other members. The Directors are elected by the Members of
the Association. The names of the Officers and the Board Members
may be found on this page.
Registration Status
The AHG is registered as a Company in England (Company Registration
Number 1348828). Its registered office address is:
The Association for the History of
Glass Ltd,
c/o The Society of Antiquaries of London,
Burlington House, Piccadilly, LONDON W1V 0HS.
The Association is a registered charity
no. 275236.
