Glass Art for Military Wellness

Glass Art for Military Wellness
Free Workshops for Veterans and Active-Duty Military!

Discover the power of creativity and connection through our Glass Art for Military Wellness program! Veterans and active-duty military members are invited to participate in free glass art workshops including glassblowing, fusing, stained glass, and painting. This unique program blends the art of glassmaking with mental health awareness, building a supportive and creative environment.

Workshop Highlights:

  • Free for Veterans and Active-Duty Military: Explore your creativity at no cost.
  • Exhibit Your Artwork: Showcase your creations and share your journey in a final exhibition.
  • Mental Health Resources: Local Veterans Affairs representatives will provide resources, answer questions at each session.

How to Register:

  • Sign Up Today! Use the links below to secure your spot. Space is limited, so please register only for workshops you can commit to attending.
  • Cancellation Policy: If your plans change, notify Pamela at pweichmann@wheatonarts.org at least one (preferably two) weeks in advance to release your seat for others.
  • Feel free to sign up for more than one session to connect with others and make the most of the program. 

Join us for this transformative opportunity to create and connect through glass art. We look forward to seeing you there!

This program is presented in partnership with Wheaton Arts
and the George Family Center for Healing Arts at Rowan University.

Click on the links below to explore the classes available in this program.

Weekend Glassblowing Workshop
May 10 & 11, Saturday & Sunday
10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Registration Closes: May 3

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Introduction to Glass Fusing: Glass Panels and Plates
June 28 & 29, Saturday & Sunday
10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Registration Closes: June 21

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Image of five stained glass pieces resting on a white a background. There are two pieces at the bottom of the image, two in the middle, and one at the top. The bottom left piece is a stained glass butterfly with blue wings, a white body, and a gold head. The piece on the bottom right is comprised of two pink and red hearts. The heart on the left is larger than the one on the right. The piece above the hearts is another butterfly with green top wings and yellow bottom wings. The body of this butterfly is white and it has a silver head. The piece next to this one is the side profile of a butterfly. The wings are a mix of pink and a light beige color. The body is also this beige color. At the top of the image is a piece that is in the shape of a fish. The fish has a yellow head and fins, a red body, and a long tail that is white with red and orange striped throughout.

Introduction to Stained Glass
July 12 & 13, Saturday & Sunday
9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Registration Closes: July 5

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The Glass Art for Military Wellness program at WheatonArts is supported by The Horizon Foundation for New Jersey.