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Be among the first to see the 40th Rakow Commission and hear directly from artist Ken Williams Jr., whose intricate beadwork blends contemporary culture with traditions passed down through generations.Ken Williams Jr. is a Northern Arapaho and Cattaraugus Seneca artist whose work blends traditional beadwork with elements of contemporary culture.
The evening begins with a short documentary exploring the artist and the creation of this newly commissioned work, followed by a lecture from Williams Jr.. Guests will then have the opportunity to view the newly revealed commission in the galleries and learn more about the stories, traditions, and creative process behind the work.
For 40 years, the Rakow Commission has supported artists who push the boundaries of glass, bringing new perspectives and approaches into the Museum's collection.
📅 November 5, 2026
🎟️ Free and open to the public (Zoom registration available)
📍 Auditorium, Corning Museum of Glass
🕕 6:00-7:30 p.m.
More event info here: https://whatson.cmog.org/connected-glass/connected-glass-40th-rakow-commission-ken-williams-jr
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1 Museum Way, Corning, NY, United States, New York 14830
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