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Oglebay Institute Museum

Oglebay Institute Museum
1330 National Road
304-242-7700

History:

The Museums of Oglebay Institute serve as a celebration of culture and history and a place to explore the past through artifacts, photos and heritage programs.

The 1846 Mansion Museum is the former home of Cleveland industrialist Earl W. Oglebay. With its impressive collection, permanent and changing exhibits, interactive educational programs and special events, the Mansion Museum enhances the appreciation and understanding of American decorative arts, fosters knowledge of Wheeling history and celebrates the legacy of the Oglebay family. It was the first accredited Museum in West Virginia and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

By the early 1900s, nearly half of America’s pressed-glass tableware was manufactured in the Wheeling-Pittsburgh corridor, and one out of every 10 Wheeling workers was employed in the glass industry. Oglebay Institute’s Glass Museum honors this legacy through a world-class collection of more than 3,500 examples of Wheeling-made glass and china. The famous Sweeney Punch Bowl, the largest piece of cut glass in the world, is a highlight of the museum. Visitors can also experience the art of glassmaking through live demonstrations and workshops in OI’s glass studio.


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Upcoming Events at Oglebay Institute Museum
Dec
23

Holiday Art Camp for Kids

9:00 AM
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Dec
23

Holiday Art Show and Sale

9:00 AM
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Dec
23
Dec
23

Holidays at the Mansion

10:00 AM
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Dec
24

Holidays at the Mansion

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Dec
25

Holidays at the Mansion

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Dec
26

Holidays at the Mansion

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Dec
27

Holidays at the Mansion

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Dec
28

Holidays at the Mansion

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Dec
29

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Dec
30

Holidays at the Mansion

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Dec
31

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Jan
01

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02

Holidays at the Mansion

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03

Holidays at the Mansion

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