# International Sea Glass Association

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ISGA is a non-profit organiz is a non-profit organization positively supporting sea and beach glass collectors and the beachcombing community through festivals, information, educational opportunities, membership, and more. 

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- [Board of Directors - Nominees](https://seaglassassociation.org/board-of-directors-nominees/): The International Sea Glass Association (ISGA) is a not-for-profit organization with a mission to educate collectors, consumers, and retailers about genuine, pure, unaltered sea and beach glass. ISGA supports the sea and beach glass community through festivals, education, membership, and more. The all-volunteer board of ISGA is comprised of individuals passionately involved with sea glass,
- [20th International Sea Glass Festival](https://seaglassassociation.org/2025/01/22/18th-international-sea-glass-festival/): Save the Date! The International Sea Glass Association is pleased to announce that the 20th Annual International Sea Glass Festival will be held on July 26-27, 2025, at Mystic Seaport Museum in Historic Mystic, Connecticut. The International Sea Glass Festival is the premier sea and beach glass event in the country, celebrating the history and beauty
- [2025 International Sea Glass Festival Poster Contest](https://seaglassassociation.org/2025/01/15/2025-international-sea-glass-festival-poster-contest/): 2025 International Sea Glass Festival Poster Contest The International Sea Glass Association (ISGA) invites you to submit your photo to be showcased on the 2025 International Sea Glass Festival poster. You can enter photos of sea or beach glass, sea pottery, historical finds, toys, bottles, collections, and more found along oceans, seas, lakes, rivers, and
- [2024 Festival Speakers](https://seaglassassociation.org/2024/03/29/2024-festival-speakers/): The International Sea Glass Association (ISGA) is pleased to announce our speaker lineup for our 2024 festivals. We have invited sea and beach glass experts to share their fascinating talks at the International Sea Glass Festivals in Mystic on July 27–28th and in Seattle on August 10–11th. Richard LaMotte is the author of Pure Sea
- [18th International Sea Glass Festival](https://seaglassassociation.org/2023/10/29/2024-international-sea-glass-festival/): Save the Date! The International Sea Glass Association is pleased to announce that the 18th Annual International Sea Glass Festival will be held on July 27-28, 2024, at Mystic Seaport Museum. The International Sea Glass Festival is the premier sea and beach glass event in the country, celebrating the history and beauty of genuine sea and
- [Second Sea Glass Festival for 2024](https://seaglassassociation.org/2024/01/20/second-sea-glass-festival-for-2024/): The International Sea Glass Association Board is pleased to announce that we will be hosting a second Sea Glass Festival in 2024! We invite you to join us at Seattle Center Fisher Pavilion in Seattle, Washington, on August 10–11, 2024. This festival is in addition to the festival in Mystic, Connecticut, on July 27–28, 2024.
- [2024 International Sea Glass Festival Applications are now open!](https://seaglassassociation.org/2024/02/27/2024-international-sea-glass-festival-applications-are-now-open/): The ISGA Board and Festival Committee invite you to be part of the 18th International Sea Glass Festival in Mystic, Connecticut, and the 19th International Sea Glass Festival in Seattle, Washington. With talented artists and craftspeople, knowledgeable speakers, the sea glass contest, and opportunities to connect with fellow sea glass enthusiasts, they will be unforgettable
- [2024 Sea Glass Association Board Members](https://seaglassassociation.org/2023/12/12/2024-sea-glass-association-board-members/): We are pleased to announce the 2024 International Sea Glass AssociationBoard of Directors. New and returning board members: • César Williams-Padín, Board President• Denise Troy, Vice President• Holly L'Hommedieu, Secretary• Kirsti Scott, Treasurer• Kristin Batista• Rex Nockengust• Tammy Thatcher• Katherine Mullaney Wittig• Kaya-Alexandria Worthington We'd like to thank Dottie Gilbo for her ten years of
- [Sea Glass Contest](https://seaglassassociation.org/2023/06/15/sea-glass-contest/): It’s time to bring your favorite finds to the Sea Glass Festival and maybe you’ll bring home a cash prize…and bragging rights! The 17th Annual Sea Glass Contest is a chance for you to enter your favorite sea and beach glass finds in a dozen categories. Judges will award winners for Find of the Year
- [Parting thoughts from Kim Hannon](https://seaglassassociation.org/2022/12/30/parting-thoughts-from-kim-hannon/): In 2009, I opened up my shop, Ophiuroidea, and in 2010 started a sea glass festival in St. Michaels, Maryland. Soon after that, I learned of the North American Sea Glass Association and knew I wanted to be a member to support the mission of the organization. After that, I was approached by a few
- [Captain Ky Davis to Speak at the 2023 Festival](https://seaglassassociation.org/2023/05/14/captain-ky-davis-to-speak-a-the-2023-festival/): The International Sea Glass Festival features educational presentations about sea and beach glass, local coastal information, and more. The Festival Committee is pleased to announce another speaker for the 2023 festival, which will be held at Mystic Seaport Museum on July 29–30, 2023. Learn more › Sailing for Sea Glass Sunday, July 23, 2023 Ky
- [Roxie Zwicker to Speak at the 2023 Festival](https://seaglassassociation.org/2023/05/22/roxie-zwicker-to-speak-at-the-2023-festival/): The 17th Annual International Sea Glass Association Festivalwill be held July 29-30, 2023, on the Village Green of the Mystic Seaport Museum in Mystic, Connecticut. Learn more about attending this two-day sea and beach glass festival with talented artisans, knowledgeable speakers, the annual sea glass contest, and an opportunity to connect with fellow sea glass enthusiasts in a
- [Mystic Expert Rich Froh speaking at 2023 Festival](https://seaglassassociation.org/2023/05/16/mystic-expert-rich-froh-speaking-at-2023-festival/): Join us for educational presentations about sea and beach glass, local coastal information, and more during the 2023 Sea Glass Festival. These presentations will take place in the historic 1850s Meeting House, part of Mystic Seaport Museum’s seaport village. This bustling village was recreated with trade shops, businesses, and buildings that were transported to the
- [Guy Fleming to Speak at the 2023 Sea Glass Festival](https://seaglassassociation.org/2023/02/25/guy-fleming-to-speak-at-the-2023-sea-glass-festival/): The International Sea Glass Festival features educational presentations about sea and beach glass, local coastal information, and more. The Festival Committee is pleased to announce the first confirmed speaker for the 2023 festival, which will be held at Mystic Seaport Museum on July 29–30, 2023. Zen Sea Glassing Saturday, July 29, 2023 Guy Fleming In
- [Free Genuine vs. Artificial Post Cards](https://seaglassassociation.org/2023/01/31/free-genuine-vs-artificial-post-cards/): We are pleased to offer brand-new Genuine versus Artificial postcards for Professional Members to distribute to customers and colleagues. These colorful cards have information about how to distinguish real from fake sea and beach glass, and a message to purchase from ISGA members so customers know the glass they are buying is real. Including a card with
- [2023 Sea Glass Festival Speaker Nominations](https://seaglassassociation.org/2023/02/13/2023-sea-glass-festival-speaker-nominations/): The International Sea Glass Association’s Board of Directors and Festival Committee are currently accepting nominations for speakers for the 2023 Sea Glass Festival. The festival will be held at Mystic Seaport Museum on Saturday and Sunday, July 29–30, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Learn more about the festival › We are looking for
- [We welcome you to apply for membership](https://seaglassassociation.org/2023/01/11/we-welcome-you-to-apply-for-membership/): The International Sea Glass Association (ISGA) was founded in 2006 as a non-profit organization supporting sea and beach glass collectors and the beachcombing community through festivals, information, educational opportunities, membership, and more. We are currently accepting applications for Professional Memberships. ISGA is the only professional association whose mission is to support artists and collectors with
- [Happy New Year!](https://seaglassassociation.org/2023/01/02/happy-new-year-2/): I am honored and proud to be leading the International Sea Glass Association as the incoming President. Thank you to the Board of Directors for trusting me in this new journey and current members for being part of this unique organization. To new members, welcome! You were all selected because of your expertise and talent,
- [2023 International Sea Glass Festival](https://seaglassassociation.org/2022/12/08/2023-international-sea-glass-festival/): 17th Annual Festival The International Sea Glass Association is pleased to announce its return to New England by hosting the 17th Annual Festival July 29-30, 2023, on the Village Green of the Mystic Seaport Museum in Mystic, Connecticut. A summer visit to the nation’s #1 maritime museum, talented artists and craftspeople, knowledgeable speakers, the sea
- [Genuine, Artificial and Altered Sea Glass](https://seaglassassociation.org/2018/02/01/genuine-artificial-and-altered-sea-glass/): “When any true item becomes of value, a faux or artificial product is not far behind.” –Mary Beth Beuke “Genuine Vs. Artificial Sea Glass: Why It’s Important It is the mission of the North American Sea Glass Association (NASGA) to educate collectors and consumers about pure, natural sea glass. NASGA requires that its Professional members
- [Beachcombing Stoneware Sea Pottery](https://seaglassassociation.org/2017/05/09/beachcombing-stoneware-sea-pottery/): by Connor O'Brien The majority of sea glass originates from mass produced utilitarian vessels, while tableware and art glass are less common sources. The same can be said about sea pottery. Yet due to the immense variety of ceramics, identifying sea worn fragments can be particularly challenging. A good way to start is by classifying
- [Meet NASGA's 2015 Sea Glass Festival Lecturer, Patricia Samford](https://seaglassassociation.org/2015/07/01/meet-nasgas-2015-sea-glass-festival-lecturer-patricia-samford/): The North American Sea Glass Association's 10th Annual Sea Glass Festival in Ocean City, Maryland will be held August 29-30th, 2015 and will feature three lectures on Saturday. Each of the lectures will offer attendees a unique look into the historical significance of objects found along the region's DelMarVa shorelines, and we'll also have a lecture on Greek Sea Glass. The first
- [2018 Lectures Announced for the North American Sea Glass Festival in Wildwood, NJ](https://seaglassassociation.org/2018/07/13/2018-lectures-announced-for-the-north-american-sea-glass-festival-in-wildwood-nj/): The 13th Annual North American Sea Glass Festival will be held on Saturday, October 27, 2018 and Sunday, October 28, 2018 at The Wildwoods Convention Center in Wildwood, New Jersey. The North American Sea Glass Festival is the premier sea glass event in the country celebrating the history and beauty of sea glass. The
- [The Beginning of a Beautiful Friendship...](https://seaglassassociation.org/2014/02/13/the-beginning-of-a-beautiful-friendship/): You know the quote from Casablanca, "Louie, I think this is the beginning of a beautiful friendship"? Well, it seems a fitting statement for the start of the first North American Sea Glass Association (NASGA) blog. We do hope it's the beginning of a long and beautiful friendship with you, the sea glass enthusiast. The
- [NASGA to donate to The Wetlands Institute in Stone Harbor, New Jersey](https://seaglassassociation.org/2014/06/10/nasga-to-donate-to-the-wetlands-institute-in-stone-harbor-new-jersey/): Every year the North American Sea Glass Association holds it’s annual North American Sea Glass Festival, and every year, the festival donates to a few local charitable organizations that focus on environmental concerns, shoreline protection and clean-ups, all which are also part of the NASGA mission. This year, the NASGA Sea Glass Festival will be
- [2014 Festival Schedule Announced](https://seaglassassociation.org/2014/08/08/festival-schedule-announced/): The NASGA website has been updated to include the schedule for the 2014 Sea Glass Festival. http://seaglassassociation.org/FestivalSchedule2014.html On Saturday, the schedule includes two not-to-be-missed presentations as well as a chance to ask sea glass experts the things you’ve always wanted to know about sea glass: Presentation: Shipwrecks of New Jersey by Margaret Buchholz, noted author
- [2014 NASGA Sea Glass Festival follow-up](https://seaglassassociation.org/2014/09/30/2014-nasga-sea-glass-festival-follow-up/): To the Patrons of the 2014 Sea Glass Festival in Cape May, New Jersey We appreciate your commitment and enthusiasm to visit the Sea Glass Festival this past weekend and sincerely apologize for any inconvenience you may have experienced gaining entry into the facility. Beachcombers enjoy being the first on the beach and attendance during
- [Sea Glass Insulators: Intriguing, Illustrious Finds](https://seaglassassociation.org/2015/02/19/sea-glass-insulators-intriguing-illustrious-finds/): The History surrounding Sea Glass Insulators: Intriguing, Illustrious Finds By Ellie Mercier, member North American Sea Glass Association Discovering remnants of historical significance is certainly one of the most fascinating thrills of the hunt, and uncovering finds boasting the romantic charm of those derived from the bygone era of insulators is no exception. The desirable
- [A collectors Interview - Lisa Crabtree - Florida](https://seaglassassociation.org/2015/02/19/a-collectors-interview-lisa-crabtree-florida/): Credited to fate (and possibly, in part to a “Peace, Love, and Sandy Feet” tee shirt I wore while boarding a bus in St. George), I was extremely fortunate to cross paths with Lisa Crabtree, our featured collector in this issue of Shorelines. A Florida resident with a deep passion for sea glass, Lisa introduced
- [Richard LaMotte moves on...](https://seaglassassociation.org/2015/02/19/richard-lamotte-moves-on/): The NASGA community would like to express our sincere appreciation for our former president, Richard LaMotte, whose inspiration and determination have benefited the organization in many ways. Along with Charles Peden and a handful of other key sea glass enthusiasts, Richard was instrumental in the establishment of the association and has served tirelessly on the
- [Meet NASGA's 2015 Sea Glass Festival Lecturer, Christeena H. Minopetros](https://seaglassassociation.org/2015/07/28/meet-nasgas-2015-sea-glass-festival-lecturer-christeena-minopetros/): The North American Sea Glass Association's 10th Annual Sea Glass Festival in Ocean City, Maryland will be held August 29-30th, 2015 and will feature three lectures on Saturday. Each of the lectures will offer attendees a unique look into the historical significance of objects found along the region's DelMarVa shorelines, and we'll also have a lecture on Greek Sea Glass. Christeena
- [Happy New Year!](https://seaglassassociation.org/2015/12/31/happy-new-year/): Happy 2016 sea glass hunters of the World! We've been busy organizing for the 2016 North American Sea Glass Festival in Ocean City, Maryland on August 26th and 27th. Plans are underway for a festive VIP preview party on Friday evening, which will grant attendees exclusive first access to the artists and authors participating in
- [Unusual Finds Along Chesapeake Bay](https://seaglassassociation.org/2018/09/20/unusual-finds-along-chesapeake-bay/): By Sharon Brubaker Long, long ago, when dinosaurs roamed the earth and the skies were pierced with cries of enormous birds, something was happening geologically just below the water. Unusual formations in the silt and mud began to take shape that would, millions of years later, reveal themselves and wash up on the shores of
- [UV Glass Mystery](https://seaglassassociation.org/2020/01/17/uv-glass/): By Mary McCarthy, Education Chair, NASGA Recently at the Santa Cruz Sea Glass and Ocean Art Festival, NASGA Education Chair Mary McCarthy was on hand doing sea glass identification. A woman brought her necklace that included a UV piece with a unique curve. The size of the interior curve provided a clue: it was once
- [Sea Glass Match Made in Heaven](https://seaglassassociation.org/2020/05/05/sea-glass-match-made-in-heaven/): By Mary McCarthy, NASGA Education Chair It’s always fun to find a match of a sea glass find with a fellow beachcomber in another part of the world, and of course to discover the history of our finds. I often have many beachcombed finds on my phone; there are up to 10,000 photos stored there
- [Mary Beth, founding NASGA board member, needs support](https://seaglassassociation.org/2014/05/21/mary-beth-founding-nasga-board-member-needs-support/): Last week during the monthly NASGA Executive Board meeting, we discussed the news about NASGA founding board member and past President, Mary Beth Beuke, and her recent cancer recurrence. It was brought up in hopes that the NASGA community could help in some way. Mary Beth was instrumental in the formation of NASGA and worked hard to
- [Marine debris, the silent killer of the ocean](https://seaglassassociation.org/2014/12/23/261/): As a mission of NASGA, we work to assist other non-profit organizations to protect and restore the nations shorelines and waterways. Recent studies have shown that although progress is being made, there is still so much to be done. Our beaches and waterways are littered with “stuff” that doesn't belong in them. Marine debris comes in many
- [Special meaning in lost sea glass necklace treasure](https://seaglassassociation.org/2015/04/24/special-meaning-in-lost-sea-glass-necklace-treasure/): We heard about Lyn Koch's mission to find her lost necklace and thought the NASGA community could help her find it. Please read on to find out how you can help her and the special meaning to her lost treasure. Lyn Koch is searching for her precious sea glass necklace, a necklace lost a year
- [Details Announced for the 2014 North American Sea Glass Festival in Cape May, New Jersey](https://seaglassassociation.org/2014/07/17/details-announced-for-the-2014-north-american-sea-glass-festival-in-cape-may-new-jersey/): Sea glass collectors and aficionados from throughout North America will gather in Cape May, New Jersey this fall to share their treasures from the sea and learn more about this increasingly popular pastime. The 9th annual North American Sea Glass Festival will be held September 27-28 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Cape
- [NASGA to donate to local New Jersey environmental non-profit, Clean Ocean Action](https://seaglassassociation.org/2014/06/03/nasga-to-donate-to-local-new-jersey-environmental-non-profit-clean-ocean-action/): Every year the North American Sea Glass Association holds it’s annual North American Sea Glass Festival, and every year, the festival donates to a few local charitable organizations that focus on environmental concerns, shoreline protection and clean-ups, all which are also part of the NASGA mission. This year, the NASGA Sea Glass Festival will be
- [NASGA Shard of the Year, a collectors dream come true](https://seaglassassociation.org/2014/10/23/nasga-shard-of-the-year-a-collectors-dream-come-true/): Each year during the North American Sea Glass Festival, the Shard of the Year ("SOTY") contest, is held in memory of Joanne Schrieber, founder of the 2004 North East Sea Glass Festival. Private collectors are given an opportunity to show off some of their special pieces. The 2014 contest showcased nearly 800 entries, and was truly
- [NASGA News - February 2015](https://seaglassassociation.org/2015/02/19/nasga-news-february-2015/): NASGA NEWS – February 19, 2015 by Valerie Weston, President, NASGA With the new year, NASGA has transitioned to a new board of directors, and the board has taken some time to reflect on what the association has been able to accomplish for the sea glass community; what we have learned from the successes as
- [A New Year and A New Calendar: Reserve a Date with Mother Nature](https://seaglassassociation.org/2016/01/19/a-new-year-and-a-new-calendar-reserve-a-date-with-mother-nature/): by Ellie Mercier For an avid beachcomber, no day planner is complete without penciling in a few dates with Mother Nature (permanent ink is preferable). As stated in an article that appeared in a former edition of NASGA’s newsletter, Shorelines, “Ideal dates for beachcombing outings are often attributed to ‘being in the right place at
- [Unlocking the Mysteries of Cape May diamonds](https://seaglassassociation.org/2016/05/13/unlocking-the-mysteries-of-cape-may-diamonds/): Visitors to Sunset Beach on the Delaware Bay, in West Cape May, New Jersey, have delighted in collecting Cape May Diamonds for many generations. Actually, the smoothly tumbled, translucent gems were first discovered centuries ago by the Kechemeche, a Native American tribe who believed the stones possessed supernatural powers. The tribe is even known to have
- [The Slowly Vanishing Gems](https://seaglassassociation.org/2018/06/08/the-slowly-vanishing-gems/): by Ellie Mercier While beachcombing last week, I began to reminisce about the frequent “aha moments” associated with the thrill of the hunt. Less than two decades ago, a morning stroll along my usual stretch of the Chesapeake Bay would undoubtedly yield a pail full of treasures, including smoothly tumbled bottlenecks, colorful shards of historic
- [Beer and sea glass bottles in Wilmington, Delaware](https://seaglassassociation.org/2017/08/22/beer-and-sea-glass-bottles-in-wilmington-delaware/): The 12th Annual North American Sea Glass Festival will be held on Saturday, September 23, 2017 and Sunday, September 24, 2017 at the Chase Center on the Riverfront in Wilmington, Delaware along the revitalized Christana River waterfront. Wilmington is a city in Delaware on the Christina and Delaware rivers. Downtown’s early-20th-century DuPont Building is
- [Antique Bottle Collector's Haven](https://seaglassassociation.org/2022/07/25/antique-bottle-collectors-haven/): Antique Bottle Collector's Haven This is one of the leading educational internet sites for finding, buying, selling and learning about antique bottles. If you want to learn more about a particular category of bottle, or simply find out "how much is my old bottle worth?", then this is the right place to go. This site
- ["Meet the NASGA Members" - Out of the Blue Sea Glass Jewelry, Lisl Armstrong](https://seaglassassociation.org/2015/05/12/meet-the-nasga-members-out-of-the-blue-sea-glass-jewelry-lisl-armstrong/): The North American Sea Glass Association (NASGA) has been working towards integrating NASGA's online presence, including the NASGA website, NASGA’s Facebook pages, the NASGA's NING social networking site, the Shorelines Newsletter, as well as our blog, to strengthen NASGA’s mission and increase NASGA's presence within the sea glass community. Each member of NASGA will have the opportunity to share
- ["Meet the NASGA Members"- A Day at the Beach, Jane Claire McHenry](https://seaglassassociation.org/2015/06/08/meet-the-nasga-members-a-day-at-the-beach-jane-claire-mchenry/): The North American Sea Glass Association (NASGA) has been working towards integrating NASGA's online presence, including the NASGA website, NASGA’s Facebook pages, the NASGA's NING social networking site, the Shorelines Newsletter, as well as our blog, to strengthen NASGA’s mission and increase NASGA's presence within the sea glass community. Each member of NASGA will have the opportunity to share
- ["Meet the NASGA Members"- Surfside Sea Glass, Denise Troy](https://seaglassassociation.org/2015/06/09/meet-the-nasga-members-surfside-sea-glass-denise-troy/): The North American Sea Glass Association (NASGA) has been working towards integrating NASGA's online presence, including the NASGA website, NASGA’s Facebook pages, the NASGA's NING social networking site, the Shorelines Newsletter, as well as our blog, to strengthen NASGA’s mission and increase NASGA's presence within the sea glass community. Each member of NASGA will have the opportunity to share
- ["Meet the NASGA Members"- Jewelry by Danielle Renee](https://seaglassassociation.org/2015/07/02/meet-the-nasga-members-jewelry-by-danielle-renee/): The North American Sea Glass Association (NASGA) has been working towards integrating NASGA's online presence, including the NASGA website, NASGA’s Facebook pages, the NASGA's NING social networking site, the Shorelines Newsletter, as well as our blog, to strengthen NASGA’s mission and increase NASGA's presence within the sea glass community. Each member of NASGA will have the opportunity to share
- ["Meet the NASGA Members"- STBeachFinds, Steve Gladhill and Tammy Thatcher](https://seaglassassociation.org/2015/07/13/meet-the-nasga-members-stbeachfinds-steve-gladhill-and-tammy-thatcher/): The North American Sea Glass Association (NASGA) has been working towards integrating NASGA's online presence, including the NASGA website, NASGA’s Facebook pages, the NASGA's NING social networking site, the Shorelines Newsletter, as well as our blog, to strengthen NASGA’s mission and increase NASGA's presence within the sea glass community. Each member of NASGA will have the opportunity to share
- ["Meet the NASGA Members"- Meg Carter - Made by Meg](https://seaglassassociation.org/2015/07/22/meet-the-nasga-members-meg-carter-made-by-meg/): The North American Sea Glass Association (NASGA) has been working towards integrating NASGA's online presence, including the NASGA website, NASGA’s Facebook pages, the NASGA's NING social networking site, the Shorelines Newsletter, as well as our blog, to strengthen NASGA’s mission and increase NASGA's presence within the sea glass community. Each member of NASGA will have the opportunity to share
- [North American Sea Glass Association donates to Chesapeake Bay Trust and The Ocean Foundation](https://seaglassassociation.org/2015/07/30/north-american-sea-glass-association-donates-to-chesapeake-bay-trust-and-the-ocean-foundation/): Every year the North American Sea Glass Association (NASGA) holds it’s annual North American Sea Glass Festival, and every year, the festival donates to a charitable organizations that focus on environmental concerns, shoreline protection and clean-ups, which are part of NASGA mission. This year, the NASGA Sea Glass Festival will be held August 29th and 30th at
- ["Meet the NASGA Members"- SeaGals Gallery of DE, Sue Lemmons and Cheryl Eashum](https://seaglassassociation.org/2015/08/07/meet-the-nasga-members-seagals-gallery-of-de-sue-lemmons-and-cheryl-eashum/): The North American Sea Glass Association (NASGA) has been working towards integrating NASGA's online presence, including the NASGA website, NASGA’s Facebook pages, the NASGA's NING social networking site, the Shorelines Newsletter, as well as our blog, to strengthen NASGA’s mission and increase NASGA's presence within the sea glass community. Each member of NASGA will have the opportunity to share
- [Meet NASGA's 2015 Sea Glass Festival Lecturer, Bill Winkler](https://seaglassassociation.org/2015/08/10/meet-nasgas-2015-sea-glass-festival-lecturer-bill-winkler/): The North American Sea Glass Association's 10th Annual Sea Glass Festival in Ocean City, Maryland will be held August 29-30th, 2015 and will feature three lectures on Saturday. Each of the lectures will offer attendees a unique look into the historical significance of objects found along the region's DelMarVa shorelines, and we'll also have a lecture on Greek Sea Glass. Bill
- [NASGA's 10th Annual Sea Glass Festival 2015 Shard of the Year Winner, Earl Brown](https://seaglassassociation.org/2015/12/15/nasgas-10th-annual-sea-glass-festival-2015-shard-of-the-year-winner-earl-brown/): The 10th Annual North American Sea Glass Festival held in Ocean City, Maryland this past August was an exciting time for attendees, particularly those that entered the coveted Shard of the Year contest. The Shard of the Year contest gives private collectors an opportunity to show off some of their collections and win a
- [Richard LaMotte to host lecture during North American Sea Glass Festival in Ocean City, Maryland](https://seaglassassociation.org/2016/02/03/richard-lamotte-to-host-lecture-during-north-american-sea-glass-festival-in-ocean-city-maryland/): Richard LaMotte will host a lecture "The Lure and Mysteries of Sea Glass" during the 11th Annual North American Sea Glass Festival in Ocean City, Maryland on Saturday, August 27th. Richard will share his knowledge and years of experience on sea glass with you, accompanied by Celia Pearson’s beautiful images from his two books, Pure Sea Glass and
- [Mary McCarthy to host lecture during North American Sea Glass Festival in Ocean City, Maryland](https://seaglassassociation.org/2016/02/04/mary-mccarthy-to-host-lecture-during-north-american-sea-glass-festival-in-ocean-city-maryland/): Mary McCarthy will host a lecture "Sea Glass Marbles From Around the Globe" during the 11th Annual North American Sea Glass Festival in Ocean City, Maryland on Saturday, August 27th. Mary will share her knowledge and years of experience on sea glass collecting with you, particularly marbles along the shore of the Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries. Sea
- [North American Sea Glass Festival 2017 lectures announced](https://seaglassassociation.org/2017/07/10/north-american-sea-glass-festival-2017-lectures-announced/): North American Sea Glass Festival Lectures to be held Saturday, September 23, 2017 Wilmington, Delaware, Chase Center on the Riverfront Fake Versus Genuine Sea Glass Across the Globe Richard LaMotte and Mary McCarthy 11:30 a.m. Buyer beware! With all the fake sea glass for sale online, how can shoppers tell the difference between fake and
- [The Mystery and Allure of Cobalt Sea Glass](https://seaglassassociation.org/2018/03/07/the-mystery-and-allure-of-cobalt-sea-glass/): Updated from version published in spring 2014 edition of Shorelines Newsletter Ellie Z. Mercier Sea glass collectors can certainly relate to the jubilant sensation that transpires when striking gold. Of course, not the sought after nuggets that lured settlers west during the Gold Rush of 1849, yet smoothly tumbled specimens of the finest quality,
- [NASGA Meet the Member - Anne Marie Johnson - Sea Glass Treasures/Seaglassin](https://seaglassassociation.org/2018/04/18/nasga-meet-the-member-anne-marie-johnson-sea-glass-treasurers/): NASGA’s Meet the Member Interview- Anne Marie Johnson, Sea Glass Treasures/Seaglassin Q: How did you learn about NASGA, and how long have you been a member of the association? A: In 2006, my brother Romeo and I, and my sister Anita and her husband Willy attended the very first large venue of the North American Sea
- [NASGA Meet the Member - Wendy Garver - Silverwhimsies Jewelry](https://seaglassassociation.org/2018/06/11/nasga-meet-the-member-wendy-garver-silverwhimsies-jewelry/): NASGA’s Meet the Member Interview- Wendy Garver, Silverwhimsies Jewelry Wendy Garver is the owner of Silverwhimsies Jewelry. She is very passionate about creating unique and special pieces for people who want something a little bit different. If we had to describe her jewelry we would say it’s very organic. Leaving the sea glass in its original
- [NASGA Meet the Member - Steve Gladhill and Tammy Thatcher, STBeachFinds](https://seaglassassociation.org/2018/06/11/nasga-meet-the-member-steve-gladhill-and-tammy-thatcher-stbeachfinds/): NASGA’s Meet the Member Interview - Steve Gladhill & Tammy Thatcher, STBeachFinds Q: How did you learn about NASGA, and how long have you been a member of the association? A: We learned about NASGA after doing our first Eastern Shore Sea Glass Festival in St. Michaels, Maryland back in 2014. After speaking with Kim Hannon and
- [The Hidden Gems of the Annual Sea Glass Festival: A Look Behind the Scenes](https://seaglassassociation.org/2018/07/12/the-hidden-gems-of-the-annual-sea-glass-festival-a-look-behind-the-scenes/): For sea glass enthusiasts, there are many reasons to celebrate the spring, one of which is the highly anticipated announcement of NASGA’s annual festival. Hence, as recently publicized, the association’s 13th annual North American Sea Glass Festival will take place on Oct. 27 - 28 at The Wildwoods Convention Center in Wildwood, New Jersey. Although
- [NASGA Meet the Member - Don Bernard - Ptowntreasures](https://seaglassassociation.org/2018/08/13/nasga-meet-the-member-don-bernard-ptowntreasures/): NASGA’s Meet the Member Interview - Don Bernard - PTownTreasures Q: How did you learn about NASGA, and how long have you been a member of the association? A: I found about NASGA , in 2008, while researching articles about sea glass and joined in 2017 as a Commercial Member as Ptowntreasures. Q: Can you share
- [NASGA Meet the Member - Bruce & Gail Barton - Sea Glass Designs](https://seaglassassociation.org/2018/08/15/nasga-meet-the-member-bruce-gail-barton-sea-glass-designs/): NASGA’s Meet the Member Interview - Bruce & Gail Barton - Sea Glass Designs Q: How did you learn about NASGA, and how long have you been a member of the association? A: Sea Glass Designs has been members of NASGA since 2007. We attended our first sea glass festival the following year in Lewes, Delaware. We first learned
- [NASGA Meet the Member - Suzanne Hunter - The Sea Glass Grotto](https://seaglassassociation.org/2018/08/20/nasga-meet-the-member-suzanne-hunter-the-sea-glass-grotto/): NASGA’s Meet the Member Interview - Suzanne Hunter - The Sea Glass Grotto Q: How did you learn about NASGA, and how long have you been a member of the association? A: I heard about NASGA through it's current President, Kim Hannon, when I participated in one of her events. I have been a member
- [The Sea Glass Center...A Traveling Sea Glass Museum](https://seaglassassociation.org/2014/02/17/the-sea-glass-center-a-traveling-sea-glass-museum/): The Sea Glass Center, a traveling sea glass museum, is taking the love of sea glass on the road, and they need your help! The Sea Glass Center has started a KickStarter campaign to jump start their fundraising to make their idea become a reality. This will be the first of its kind and NASGA
- [Marbles or Hearts?  What would be your favorite sea glass find?](https://seaglassassociation.org/2014/03/07/marbles-or-hearts-what-would-be-your-favorite-sea-glass-find/): Every sea glass collector seeks their "Holy Grail" of sea glass. For many it's finding a multi-colored frosted marble, to others it's finding a perfectly shaped heart, of any color, but to find a red shaped heart? Amazing! Lynn Vigue of Connecticut did just that! We saw this photo of Lynn's special red heart sea
- [Shoreline and Waterway Conservation](https://seaglassassociation.org/2022/07/25/conservation/): Living Lands & Waters Living Lands and Waters, a non-profit organization strives to aid in the protection, preservation and restoration of the natural environments of our nation’s major rivers and their watersheds. To expand awareness of environmental issues and responsibility encompassing the rivers. To create a desire and an opportunity for stewardship and responsibility for

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- [International Sea Glass Association](https://seaglassassociation.org/): Founded in 2005, the International Sea Glass Association is a non-profit organization positively supporting sea and beach glass collectors and the beachcombing community through festivals, information, educational opportunities, membership, and more. The primary goal of the International Sea Glass Association is to establish a community of informed collectors and sellers of sea and beach glass
- [2026 International Sea Glass Festivals](https://seaglassassociation.org/festival/): Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel and Spa on Del Monte Golf Course, Monterey California - Saturday, June 27, and Sunday, June 28 Mystic Seaport Museum, Mystic, Connecticut - Saturday, July 25, and Sunday, July 26 Two-day sea and beach glass festivals with artisans, speakers, sea glass contest, and more! The International Sea Glass Association organizes the premier
- [Join the International Sea Glass Association](https://seaglassassociation.org/join/): PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP The International Sea Glass Association (ISGA) offers professional memberships for a reasonable fee to enable sea and beach glass artisans to connect with sea and beach glass enthusiasts, to promote genuine sea and beach glass, and to support the International Sea Glass Association Mission. Annual Membership Dues $200 Apply for Professional Membership Application
- [2026 Vendor, Speaker, and Collector Information](https://seaglassassociation.org/2026-vendor-speaker-and-collector-information/): Thanks for being part of the International Sea Glass Festival. 21st International Sea Glass Festival, Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel and Spa on the Golf Course, Monterey, California - Saturday, June 27, and Sunday, June 28, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 22nd International Sea Glass Festival, Mystic Seaport Museum, Mystic, Connecticut on Saturday, July
- [International Sea Glass Association Community Members](https://seaglassassociation.org/international-sea-glass-association-community-members/): The International Sea Glass Association offers community memberships to enable sea glass enthusiasts to engage with other collectors, artisans, and experts and to support the Mission of the International Sea Glass Association. Annual Membership Dues $50 Click here to join › Benefits of Community Membership Free Entry to the International Sea Glass Festival Invitation to Members-Only Events
- [International Sea Glass Association Professional Members](https://seaglassassociation.org/international-sea-glass-association-professional-members-2026/): The International Sea Glass Association (ISGA) offers Professional Memberships to enable sea and beach glass artisans to connect with sea and beach glass enthusiasts and collectors, to promote genuine sea and beach glass, and to support the mission to educate the community about genuine sea and beach glass. These small businesses and artisans create beautiful
- [International Sea Glass Association Professional Members](https://seaglassassociation.org/nasga-members/): The International Sea Glass Association (ISGA) offers Professional Memberships to enable sea and beach glass artisans to connect with sea and beach glass enthusiasts and collectors, to promote genuine sea and beach glass, and to support the mission to educate the community about genuine sea and beach glass. These small businesses and artisans create beautiful
- [Board of Directors](https://seaglassassociation.org/board-of-directors-2/): The International Sea Glass Association (ISGA) is a not-for-profit organization with a mission to educate collectors, consumers, and retailers about genuine, pure, unaltered sea and beach glass. ISGA supports the sea and beach glass community through festivals, education, membership, and more. The all-volunteer board of ISGA is comprised of individuals passionately involved with sea glass,
- [Festival Applications](https://seaglassassociation.org/festival-applications/): International Sea Glass Festival The International Sea Glass Association’s Board of Directors and Festival Committee invite all ISGA Professional Members to apply for the 2026 International Sea Glass Festival. 2026 Festival Application The 21st International Sea Glass Festival will be held at the Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel and Spa in Monterey, California on June 27
- [Board of Directors](https://seaglassassociation.org/board-of-directors/): The International Sea Glass Association (ISGA) is a not-for-profit organization with a mission to educate collectors, consumers, and retailers about genuine, pure, unaltered sea and beach glass. ISGA supports the sea and beach glass community through festivals, education, membership, and more. The all-volunteer board of ISGA is comprised of individuals passionately involved with sea glass,
- [2025 Vendor, Speaker, and Collector Information](https://seaglassassociation.org/festival-vendor-information/): Thanks for being part of the International Sea Glass Festival. 20th International Sea Glass Festival, Mystic Seaport Museum on Saturday and Sunday, July 26–27, 2025. Saturday only, the doors will open at 9 a.m. for Museum Members and Community Members. Open to the public at 10 a.m. All booths must be set up and ready
- [2025 Festival Vendors](https://seaglassassociation.org/2025-festival-vendors/): We are pleased that the following International Sea Glass Association members will be at the International Sea Glass Festival this year. These small businesses and artisans create beautiful work inspired by the treasures they find on the beach. Acorn Beach Glass and ArtistryNanci Melster—OhioArtwork, jewelry, candles, wine toppers, glass charms, and more made with Great
- [Festival Archives](https://seaglassassociation.org/archives/)
- [18th Annual Shard of the Year Contest - Mystic](https://seaglassassociation.org/18th-annual-shard-of-the-year-contest-mystic/)
- [19th Annual Shard of the Year Contest - Seattle](https://seaglassassociation.org/19th-annual-shard-of-the-year-contest-seattle/)
- [Annual Shard of the Year Contest - Mystic](https://seaglassassociation.org/2024-shard-of-the-year-contests-mystic-seattle/)
- [Festival Eligibility Requirements](https://seaglassassociation.org/international-sea-glass-festival-eligibility-requirements/): In addition to being an ISGA Professional Member in good standing, ISGA Professional Members must submit a festival application before acceptance into the International Sea Glass Festival. Festival participants must uphold the ISGA Mission, adhere to the ISGA Member Agreement, and meet the following requirements. Vendor Focus ISGA Festivals are focused on the showing of
- [2025 Festival Poster Contest Rules](https://seaglassassociation.org/2025-festival-poster-contest-rules/): No purchase or payment of any kind is necessary to enter or win this Contest. A purchase will not increase your chances of winning. Entry is open to anyone 18 years old and older who meets the eligibility criteria below and are legally eligible to participate. 1. CONTEST SPONSOR/ADMINISTRATOR: International Sea Glass Association Inc. (ISGA)
- [2024 International Sea Glass Festivals](https://seaglassassociation.org/2024-international-sea-glass-festivals/): International Sea Glass Festivals Two-day sea and beach glass festivals with artisans, speakers, sea glass contest, and more! The International Sea Glass Association organizes the premier sea and beach glass events in the country, celebrating the history and beauty of genuine sea and beach glass. With talented artists and jewelers, knowledgeable speakers, the Sea Glass Contest,
- [2024 Festival Vendors](https://seaglassassociation.org/2024-festival-vendors/): We are pleased that the following International Sea Glass Association members will be at one or both International Sea Glass Festivals this year. These small businesses and artisans create beautiful work inspired by the treasures they find on the beach. ⚓️ Participating in the 18th International Sea Glass Festival in Mystic, Connecticut, on July 27–28🌲
- [2023 International Sea Glass Association Festival](https://seaglassassociation.org/2023-international-sea-glass-association-festival/): 2023 Sea Glass Festival We celebrated the 17th International Sea Glass Association celebrated on the Village Green of the Mystic Seaport Museum in Mystic, Connecticut. The Festival took place on Saturday and Sunday, July 29–30, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Over 8,000 visitors attended the festival, there were more than 650 entries in the
- [History](https://seaglassassociation.org/history/): IN THE BEGINNING The North American Sea Glass Association (NASGA) began in 2005 as an idea whose time had come simultaneously on both coasts by several people with a passion for sea glass. The two individuals who were largely responsible for getting the Sea Glass Association ball rolling were Charles Peden on the West Coast
- [Member Agreement](https://seaglassassociation.org/member-agreement/): All International Sea Glass Association members agree to support the ISGA Mission and adhere to the ISGA Member Agreement. ISGA Members agree not to use imitation sea or beach glass or manufactured glass that could be confused with real sea or beach glass in their work. This includes loose glass, glass chips, and beads that
- [Mission](https://seaglassassociation.org/mission/): Since 2005, ISGA has been committed to supporting the sea and beach glass community through festivals, education, membership, and more. The primary goal of this not-for-profit organization is to educate collectors and creators on the characteristics and significance of genuine sea and beach glass. Members pledge to use and purchase only genuine, pure, unaltered sea
- [Contact Us](https://seaglassassociation.org/contact-us/): International Sea Glass Association | 712 H St NE PMB 98326 | Washington DC 20002
- [International Sea Glass Association Membership Payment](https://seaglassassociation.org/international-sea-glass-association-membership-payment/): Thank you for being an ISGA Professional Member! ISGA Professional Memberships enable sea and beach glass artisans to connect with other enthusiasts, promote genuine sea and beach glass, and support the International Sea Glass Association mission. To complete the membership process, please enter your email address and click the "Pay Now" button to make your
- [About](https://seaglassassociation.org/about/): The International Sea Glass Association (ISGA) was founded in 2006 by professional sea and beach glass collectors, authors, artisans, and retailers. ISGA offers Professional Memberships to enable artisans to connect with sea and beach glass enthusiasts and collectors, to promote genuine sea and beach glass, and to support the ISGA mission to educate the community
- [2023 Festival Vendors](https://seaglassassociation.org/festival-vendors/): We are pleased that the following International Sea Glass Association members were at the 2023 Sea Glass Festival in Mystic, Connecticut, on July 29–30, 2023. These small businesses and artisans create beautiful work inspired by the treasures they find on the beach. ✳️ Offering a discount for Mystic Seaport Museum and ISGA Members Acorn Beach
- [2023 International Sea Glass Contest Winners](https://seaglassassociation.org/2023-international-sea-glass-contest-winners/): Photo by Yolanda Fleming Congratulations to the winners in the 17th Annual Sea Glass Contest held at the International Sea Glass Festival in Mystic, Connecticut, on July 29–30 2023. With over 650 entries, the judges were challenged to select the best of the best from this year's submissions. Below are the winners in the 2023
- [Resources](https://seaglassassociation.org/resources/): Sea Glass Identification Resources There are many places to research your sea glass and beachcombing finds. The Blog, books, Beachcombing magazine, internet research, and crowdsourcing information through social media sites are a few of the ways you can get information and discover more about your beach-found treasures, but perhaps the most valuable resource is knowing the
- [2022 Sea Glass Association Festival](https://seaglassassociation.org/2022-sea-glass-association-festival/): Photos can be found here for our May 2022 festival as well as past festivals. Lectures • Exhibitors • Shard of the Year Contest Purchase your entrance tickets day of the festival. Festival Admission:$7 per person per dayChildren Under 12 FreeTwo-Day ticket $12 per person 2022 Festival Schedule Saturday, May 21, 2022 9 am Early
- [2022 Shard of the Year Photo Gallery](https://seaglassassociation.org/2022-shard-of-the-year-photo-gallery/): 2022 Shard of the Year Contest Winners Overall Beauty - Bryna Darling - Red Stopper Frosted Bottles - Michael Wright - Teal Bottle Pottery/Ceramics - Larry White - Tye Dye Cherub Whimsical/Toys - Melisa Doak - Glass Domino Bottle Stopper - Connie Simons - Small Clear Bottle Stopper Most Unusual - Barbara Smith - Colbalt
- [Genuine vs. Artificial: Know the Difference](https://seaglassassociation.org/genuine-vs-artificial/): Above: Real sea glass left, fake sea glass right. Genuine sea or beach glass comes from discarded bottles, tableware, or household items and is found in oceans, lakes, and rivers. Genuine sea or beach glass tends to have: Lettering, embossed images, and distinguishing features such as handles, bottle necks, etc. A frosted patina on the
- [ISGA Blog Submission Guidelines](https://seaglassassociation.org/nasga-blog-submission-guidelines/): Do you have something you'd like to share on the Sea Glass Association blog? We are looking for Professional Members as guest bloggers to appear from time to time on our blog. Our guidelines for submitting are outlined below. What we Accept Author will need to be a current professional member of ISGA Sometimes we
- [Antique Bottles](https://seaglassassociation.org/antique-bottles/): Please note: These pages contain links to other websites. ISGA is not responsible for the content, accuracy or opinions expressed in such websites, and such websites are not routinely investigated, monitored or checked for accuracy or completeness by us. Inclusion of any linked website on our site does not imply approval or endorsement of the
- [Conservation](https://seaglassassociation.org/conservation/): Please note: These pages contain links to other websites. ISGA is not responsible for the content, accuracy or opinions expressed in such websites, and such websites are not routinely investigated, monitored or checked for accuracy or completeness by us. Inclusion of any linked website on our site does not imply approval or endorsement of the
- [Shorelines Newsletter Archive](https://seaglassassociation.org/shorelines/): To receive the Shorelines Newsletter directly to your inbox sign-up here! To view past Shorelines Newsletters, please see links below. WINTER / SPRING 2014 WINTER / SPRING 2013 WINTER / SPRING 2012 SPRING / SUMMER 2011 FALL / WINTER 2010 SPRING / SUMMER 2010 FALL / WINTER 2009 SPRING / SUMMER 2009 FALL / WINTER
- [2022 Festival Photo Gallery](https://seaglassassociation.org/2022-festival-photo-gallery/)
- [Shard of the Year Contest](https://seaglassassociation.org/shard-of-the-year/): 2022 Shard of the Year Contest Winners Shard of the Year ("SOTY") is held in memory of Joanne Schrieber, founder of the 2004 North East Sea Glass Festival. Private collectors are given an opportunity to show off some of their collections and win a cash prize. Will this year be your favorite finds? A grand
- [2021 Virtual Festival](https://seaglassassociation.org/2021-virtual-festival/): Watch all the festival videos: The North American Sea Glass Association presented the First Virtual North American Sea Glass Festival on August 21–22, 2021, featuring live sales, videos, and more! Watch video presentations above and visit exhibitor booths below for information about our members and links to online shops. Scroll to the end of the
- [2019 Shard of the Year Photo Gallery](https://seaglassassociation.org/2019-shard-of-the-year-photo-gallery/)
- [Festival Lectures](https://seaglassassociation.org/festival-lectures/): 15th Annual North American Sea Glass Festival 2022 Dates & Location to be posted soon
- [Festival Schedule](https://seaglassassociation.org/festival-schedule/): 15th Annual North American Sea Glass Festival 2022 Dates & Location to be posted soon
- [Sea Glass Identification Resources](https://seaglassassociation.org/resources/sea-glass-identification-resources/): By Mary McCarthy, Education Chair There are many places to research your sea glass and beachcombing finds. Books, Beachcombing magazine, internet research, and crowdsourcing information through social media sites are a few of the ways you can get information and discover more about your beach-found treasures, but perhaps the most valuable resource is knowing the
- [Volunteer](https://seaglassassociation.org/volunteer/): We appreciate your interest. Please email Festival Chair : festival@seaglassassociation.org if you are interested in volunteering during the North American Sea Glass Festival to be held at Sawmill Resort in Huron, Ohio on August 22 - 23, 2020.
- [2018 Shard of the Year Photo Gallery](https://seaglassassociation.org/2018-shard-of-the-year-photo-gallery-3/)
- [2018 Festival Photo Gallery](https://seaglassassociation.org/2018-shard-of-the-year-photo-gallery-2/)
- [2018 Shard of the Year Photo Gallery](https://seaglassassociation.org/2018-shard-of-the-year-photo-gallery/): Congratulations to the 2018 North American Sea Glass Festival Winners of the Shard of the Year Contest! Whimsical - Leslie Long - Frog on bicycle Most Unusual - Kathryn Weinsenburg - Fish bottle seal Figural - Claudia Baron - Porcelain mermaid Pottery/Ceramics - Jodie Green - Wax seal Historical - David Check - Gin bottle bottom
- [2018 Festival Photo Gallery](https://seaglassassociation.org/2018-festival-photo-gallery/): Click on any thumbnail to view full size image or to start slideshow...
- [2017 Festival Photo Gallery](https://seaglassassociation.org/2017-festival-photo-gallery/): Click on any thumbnail to view full size image or to start slideshow...
- [2017 Shard of the Year Photo Gallery](https://seaglassassociation.org/2017-shard-of-the-year-photo-gallery-2/): Click on any thumbnail to view full size image or to start slideshow…
- [Sea Glass Around the Globe Documentary](https://seaglassassociation.org/sea-glass-around-the-globe-documentary/): This short documentary was made for the 2017 North American Sea Glass Festival in Wilmington, Delaware. Director/Editor: Faith McCarthy. Executive Producer: Mary McCarthy, Education Chair/Board Member, North American Sea Glass Association.
- [Festival Collector Area](https://seaglassassociation.org/collector-area/): The North American Sea Glass Festival hosts a Collector's Area to encourage personal collectors to exhibit and share about their sea glass collections. The Collector's Area is free and collectors must stay with their displays. This will be a strictly NO-SELL zone where the collectors will exhibit and talk about their sea glass collections. Space in the
- [Stoneware Sea Pottery](https://seaglassassociation.org/resources/beachcombing-stoneware-sea-pottery/): by Connor O'Brien The majority of sea glass originates from mass produced utilitarian vessels, while tableware and art glass are less common sources. The same can be said about sea pottery. Yet due to the immense variety of ceramics, identifying sea worn fragments can be particularly challenging. A good way to start is by classifying
- [2016 Shard of the Year Photo Gallery](https://seaglassassociation.org/2016-shard-of-the-year-photo-gallery/): Click on any thumbnail to view full size image or to start slideshow...
- [2015 Shard of the Year Photo Gallery](https://seaglassassociation.org/2015-festival-photo-gallery/): Congratulations to the 2015 North American Sea Glass Festival Winners of the Shard of the Year Contest! Grand Prize - Overall Beauty - Earl Brown Winners for the other categories are as follows: Runner Up to Grand Prize - Arlene Klaasen Pottery/Ceramics - Stephanie Martucci Whimsical/Toys - Hailey Goddard Bottle Stopper - Kelsey Palma Most Unusual
- [Blog](https://seaglassassociation.org/blog/)
- [2014 Shard of the Year Photo Gallery](https://seaglassassociation.org/2014-shard-of-the-year-photo-gallery/): Click on any thumbnail to view full size image or to start slideshow...
- [2014 Festival Photo Gallery](https://seaglassassociation.org/2014-festival-photo-gallery/): Click on any thumbnail to view full size image or to start slideshow...
- [2013 Festival Photo Gallery](https://seaglassassociation.org/2013-festival-photo-gallery/): Click on any thumbnail to view full size image or to start slideshow...
- [2012 Festival Photo Gallery](https://seaglassassociation.org/2012-festival-photo-gallery/): Click on any thumbnail to view full size image or to start slideshow...
- [2011 Festival Photo Gallery](https://seaglassassociation.org/2011-festival-photo-gallery/): Click on any thumbnail to view full size image or to start slideshow...
- [2010 Festival Photo Gallery](https://seaglassassociation.org/2010-festival-photo-gallery/): Click on any thumbnail to view full size image or to start slideshow...
- [2009 Festival Photo Gallery](https://seaglassassociation.org/2009-festival-photo-gallery/): Click on any thumbnail to view full size image or to start slideshow...
- [2008 Festival Photo Gallery](https://seaglassassociation.org/2008-festival-photo-gallery/): Click on any thumbnail to view full size image or to start slideshow...
- [2007 Festival Photo Gallery](https://seaglassassociation.org/2007-festival-photo-gallery/): Click on any thumbnail to view full size image or to start slideshow...

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- [Made by Meg](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/made-by-meg/)
- [Boyan Slat](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/boyan-slat/)
- [Meg Carter](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/meg-carter/)
- [The Ocean Clean Up](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/the-ocean-clean-up/)
- [Greek Sea Glass](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/greek-sea-glass/)
- [Patricia Samford](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/patricia-samford/)
- [The Sea Glass Center](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/the-sea-glass-center/)
- [traveling sea glass museum](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/traveling-sea-glass-museum/)
- [Sea Glass Center](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/sea-glass-center/)
- [surfside sea glass](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/surfside-sea-glass/)
- [sunset beach cape may](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/sunset-beach-cape-may/)
- [Mary Beth Beuke](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/mary-beth-beuke/)
- [Sea Glass Festival](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/sea-glass-festival/)
- [NASGA festival](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/nasga-festival/)
- [New Jersey Beach Clean Up](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/new-jersey-beach-clean-up/)
- [Cape May Sea Glass](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/cape-may-sea-glass/)
- [Margaret Buchholz](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/margaret-buchholz/)
- [Shard of the Year](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/shard-of-the-year/)
- [shard of the year contest](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/shard-of-the-year-contest/)
- [ocean trash clean up](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/ocean-trash-clean-up/)
- [NASGA sea glass festival](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/nasga-sea-glass-festival/)
- [sea glass contest](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/sea-glass-contest/)
- [ocean debris clean up](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/ocean-debris-clean-up/)
- [National Coastal Clean Up day](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/national-coastal-clean-up-day/)
- [sea glass shards](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/sea-glass-shards/)
- [denise troy](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/denise-troy/)
- [surfside seaglass](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/surfside-seaglass/)
- [ST Beach Finds](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/st-beach-finds/)
- [Tammy Thatcher](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/tammy-thatcher/)
- [Steve Gladhill](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/steve-gladhill/)
- [Bermuda sea glass](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/bermuda-sea-glass/)
- [NASGA Board of Directors](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/nasga-board-of-directors/)
- [NASGA Board](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/nasga-board/)
- [insulator history](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/insulator-history/)
- [seagals gallery of delaware](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/seagals-gallery-of-delaware/)
- [seagals gallery of de](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/seagals-gallery-of-de/)
- [sue lemmons](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/sue-lemmons/)
- [cheryl eashum](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/cheryl-eashum/)
- [lyn koch](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/lyn-koch/)
- [lost sea glass necklace](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/lost-sea-glass-necklace/)
- [lyn koch necklace](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/lyn-koch-necklace/)
- [sea glass collectors](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/sea-glass-collectors-2/)
- [NASGA Mission](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/nasga-mission/)
- [lisl armstrong](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/lisl-armstrong/)
- [Out of the Blue Sea Glass](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/out-of-the-blue-sea-glass/)
- [Lisl sea glass](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/lisl-sea-glass/)
- [Meet the NASGA members](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/meet-the-nasga-members-2/)
- [sea glass artist](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/sea-glass-artist/)
- [jane claire mchenry](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/jane-claire-mchenry/)
- [jane mchenry a day at the beach](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/jane-mchenry-a-day-at-the-beach/)
- [sea glass by jane](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/sea-glass-by-jane/)
- [seaglassbyjane](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/seaglassbyjane/)
- [jane claire mchenry sea glass](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/jane-claire-mchenry-sea-glass/)
- [sea glass a day at the beach](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/sea-glass-a-day-at-the-beach/)
- [surfsideseaglassjewerly](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/surfsideseaglassjewerly/)
- [surfside sea glass denise troy](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/surfside-sea-glass-denise-troy/)
- [surfside sea glass jewerly](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/surfside-sea-glass-jewerly/)
- [ceramic diagnostic](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/ceramic-diagnostic/)
- [Maryland MAC lab](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/maryland-mac-lab/)
- [maryland artifacts](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/maryland-artifacts/)
- [Sea Glass Festival Ocean City](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/sea-glass-festival-ocean-city/)
- [Ocean City Sea Glass Festival](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/ocean-city-sea-glass-festival/)
- [north east sea glass society](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/north-east-sea-glass-society/)
- [Carter Sea Glass chart](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/carter-sea-glass-chart/)
- [sea glass rarity chart](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/sea-glass-rarity-chart/)
- [Meg Carter jewerly](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/meg-carter-jewerly/)
- [Christeena Greece and Her Islands](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/christeena-greece-and-her-islands/)
- [A Sea Glass Lover's Dream](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/a-sea-glass-lovers-dream/)
- [Christeena Minopetros](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/christeena-minopetros/)
- [Sea Glass Jewels](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/sea-glass-jewels/)
- [Sea Glass Jewels and Company](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/sea-glass-jewels-and-company/)
- [Greek sea glass hunting](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/greek-sea-glass-hunting/)
- [chesapeake bay environmental stewardship](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/chesapeake-bay-environmental-stewardship/)
- [seagals sea glass](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/seagals-sea-glass/)
- [Delaware treasure hunting](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/delaware-treasure-hunting/)
- [Bill Winkler Delaware](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/bill-winkler-delaware/)
- [Bill Winkler TreasureQuest Shoppe](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/bill-winkler-treasurequest-shoppe/)
- [shipwrecks delmarva](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/shipwrecks-delmarva/)
- [shipwrecks atlantic ocean](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/shipwrecks-atlantic-ocean/)
- [shipwrecks delaware bay](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/shipwrecks-delaware-bay/)
- [shipwrecks chesapeake bay](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/shipwrecks-chesapeake-bay/)
- [sea glass festival maryland](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/sea-glass-festival-maryland/)
- [sea glass shard of the year](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/sea-glass-shard-of-the-year/)
- [Kim Hannon NASGA](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/kim-hannon-nasga/)
- [sea glass full moon](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/sea-glass-full-moon/)
- [seaglass hunting](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/seaglass-hunting/)
- [perigean moon](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/perigean-moon/)
- [Sea Glass Lecture](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/sea-glass-lecture/)
- [sunken ship cape may](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/sunken-ship-cape-may/)
- [sea pottery collecting](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/sea-pottery-collecting/)
- [sea pottery history](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/sea-pottery-history/)
- [nasga sea glass](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/nasga-sea-glass/)
- [ptowntreasures](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/ptowntreasures/)
- [Beachcombing](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/beachcombing/)
- [sea glass festival](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/sea-glass-festival/)
- [Sea and Beach Glass](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/sea-and-beach-glass/)
- [International Sea Glass Association](https://seaglassassociation.org/tag/international-sea-glass-association/)