The Association for the History of Glass is an educational charity whose aims are to advance knowledge, education and interest in the study of glass of all periods of history throughout the world.
Our members’ interests include archaeology, art history, conservation, museum studies, glass collection and glass science.
The latest edition of GLASS NEWS is out now – free to members.
We are very keen to expand our range of contributors. If you would like to tell us about your research, a glass collection you curate, an event you are hosting or a book or conference you would like to review, then please contact our team glassnews@historyofglass.org.uk
Congratulations on a Fantastic Conference !
A huge thank you to all who attended our recent conference: Transparent Journeys Along the Silk Roads: Glass and Connectivity across Central Asia and Beyond. Delegates from across the world gathered between the 14th-16th May 2026 at University College London to share recent research on this fascinating topic
The meeting focused on the vital role of glass as an indicator of exchange, trade and movement along the Silk Roads with talks from leading international experts in this area. But there was also time to relax and catch up with friends and colleagues and for exclusive access to exhibitions and collections at the British Museum and the Petrie Museum.
There will be a full write-up of the conference in the next issue of Glass News – out soon !
To see the full programme of speakers please go to our meetings page here
Our Next Meeting
Autumn meeting, November 2026
CALL FOR PAPERS
Our Autumn Miscellany will be held online in November 2026 (date to be confirmed) and we would be delighted to hear from you. We welcome short presentations featuring recent research or updates on glass from any period. For any enquiries or to send a proposal, please contact our events team events@historyofglass.org.uk
AHG Grants
The AHG offers small grants to support research, projects and activities to advance the study of the history of glass. For more information please visit the Grants page. Applications always open!
AHG at the AIHV Congress in Mainz, September 2025
Several of our members presented their research at the 23rd Congress of the Association Internationale pour L’Histoire du Verre (AIHV) which took place in Mainz, Germany. AHG Honorary Secretary Sally Cottam was also elected to become Secretary General of the AIHV at the Congress. The next Congress will be held in Marseille in September 2027.
Glass around the World
One of our talented Board Members, Dr Tom Derrick recently appeared in an Australian ABC podcast aimed at children, to talk about the history of making glass. Have a listen!
Website Changes
There have been many website changes recently – please bear with us while we work through teething issues. If you notice issues, please email web@historyofglass.org.uk.
