"We make glass the old-fashioned way, using many techniques and tools that are essentially unchanged from those of a century ago." - George Fenton, President

Monday, May 16, 2005

Fenton Art Glass Sponsors Poster Contest for Williamstown High School students

Williamstown, W.Va. (May 16, 2005) – In celebration of the Fenton Art Glass 100th anniversary, Fenton is sponsoring an art contest for Williamstown High School students.

Over 60 pieces of artwork were submitted for the contest, following the theme, “Fenton – the Next 100 Years.”

Fenton Art Glass will be honoring Williamstown art students at a reception in the Fenton Museum on Tuesday, May 17 from 6:30-8:00pm. All student artworks will be on display in the Fenton Museum. Reservations are not required; however seating is limited.

The grand prize winner will receive an Apple I-Pod Shuffle. Additional prizes will be awarded. A reception for the parents and students will follow the award ceremony.

The winning entries will be on display at the Fenton factory during the Fenton 100th anniversary celebration, July 29 to August 2.

For more information, Jim Measell, 304-375-6122, ext. 204 or www.fentonartglass.com.