# Event Details

- **Event Name**: GLASS DEMO AT MICHIGAN HOT GLASS: 6th Michigan Regional Glass
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 17 May, 2026 at 01:30 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: 6th Michigan Regional Glass Opening Reception
Exhibit Dates: May 3 – June 24, 2026

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

Registration Required: https://jlive.app/events/15434

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 Required: https://jlive.app/events/15434

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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 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.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-bloomfield/glass-demo-at-michigan-hot-glass-6th-michigan-regional-glass/200029936850541
- **Event Categories**: art, exhibitions, meetups, holiday
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 9

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: West Bloomfield
- **state**: MI
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 6600 W Maple Rd, West Bloomfield Township, MI, United States, Michigan 48322
- **lat**: 42.54364
- **long**: -83.40338
- **full address**: 6600 W Maple Rd, West Bloomfield Township, MI, United States, Michigan 48322, 6600 W Maple Rd, West Bloomfield, MI 48322-3003, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is GLASS DEMO AT MICHIGAN HOT GLASS: 6th Michigan Regional Glass being held?
  - **A:** GLASS DEMO AT MICHIGAN HOT GLASS: 6th Michigan Regional Glass takes place on Sun, 17 May, 2026 at 01:30 pm to Sun, 17 May, 2026 at 01:30 pm at 6600 W Maple Rd, West Bloomfield Township, MI, United States, Michigan 48322, 6600 W Maple Rd, West Bloomfield, MI 48322-3003, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing GLASS DEMO AT MICHIGAN HOT GLASS: 6th Michigan Regional Glass?
  - **A:** GLASS DEMO AT MICHIGAN HOT GLASS: 6th Michigan Regional Glass is organized by Janice Charach Gallery.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** GLASS DEMO AT MICHIGAN HOT GLASS: 6th Michigan Regional Glass is ideal for art lovers, trade professionals, collectors, and exhibition enthusiasts exploring the latest in their field. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in West Bloomfield, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If GLASS DEMO AT MICHIGAN HOT GLASS: 6th Michigan Regional Glass sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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