Designed by the architect Prof. Klaus Kada and erected in 1988 on the occasion of the Styrian Region's exhibition "Glass & Coal", the Stölzle Oberglas Center is one of the region's most impressive buildings. It has been honoured with two architectural awards: Preis des Landes Steiermark für Architektur and Geramb-Rose - Dankzeichen für gutes Bauen. With its facade of 1911 handmade glass tiles, the Glass Museum is a unique building that also houses a well-stocked shop.
Every year the Styrian Glass Art Association mounts a special exhibition featuring the art of glass. This year's exhibition is dedicated to the fascination of glass will remain open to visitors from Monday to Saturday til 31. December 2011. Detailed information about opening hours and the exhibition itself are available on www.glasmuseum.at.
The factory shop offers an excellent selection of glass items for sale. There are inexpensive small presents as well as tableware for both daily use and for special occasions. And there are unique, precious pieces made by renowned artists.
Hans Martin Hittaller
- Stölzle Oberglas Center
- Hochtregisterstraße 1 – 3
- A-8572 Bärnbach
- Phone: +43-3144-706-800
- Fax: +43-3144-706-804
- Mail: martin.hittaller@stoelzle.com
- www.glasmuseum.at
