Depression Glass and Vintage Linens
January 13th - June 1st, 2008

The Clayton Museum is featuring a special exhibit of Depression Glass and Vintage Linens from January 13 through June 1. This glass was mass manufactured in many colors and patterns beginning in the 1930s and is called Depression glass in reference to its popularity during the depression years. The cheap manufacturing process made it inexpensive at the time.

The glass was used as a premium with purchases of dry goods and was given as an incentive to patronize certain gas stations. “Dish Night” at the movies was a big hit because you would pay to see a double feature and receive a new dish as you exited the theater.

In the same era, table linens of cotton and linen were made in printed patterns with floral designs, fruit and vegetable themes, and geometric patterns. The whimsical nature of these linens mixes well with Depression glass.

The display, coordinated by Jan Trolan and Mary Spryer, consists of pieces loaned by Mary and Jan, as well as Diana Hunt and Dinah Towns and some from the museum’s collection.