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Collection Focus: Frances and Michael Higgins

October 10 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
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Collection Focus: Frances and Michael Higgins is open January 31 – October 12, 2024.
Racine Art Museum, 441 Main St
Racine, WI 53403 United States
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In the late 1940s, contemporary glass production was given new energy as Frances (1912 – 2004) and Michael (1908 – 1999) Higgins reinvigorated the ancient practice of glass fusing. Capitalizing on the post-World War II interest in bright colors and abstract patterns, the Higginses produced mostly functional items sold through major retailers and worked with glass companies until they formally established their private studio in Illinois. Frances and Michael’s partnership—both personal and professional—seemed to fuel their creative energy, and they…

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Collection Focus: Frances and Michael Higgins

October 11 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
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Collection Focus: Frances and Michael Higgins is open January 31 – October 12, 2024.
Racine Art Museum, 441 Main St
Racine, WI 53403 United States
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In the late 1940s, contemporary glass production was given new energy as Frances (1912 – 2004) and Michael (1908 – 1999) Higgins reinvigorated the ancient practice of glass fusing. Capitalizing on the post-World War II interest in bright colors and abstract patterns, the Higginses produced mostly functional items sold through major retailers and worked with glass companies until they formally established their private studio in Illinois. Frances and Michael’s partnership—both personal and professional—seemed to fuel their creative energy, and they…

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Collection Focus: Frances and Michael Higgins

October 12 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
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Collection Focus: Frances and Michael Higgins is open January 31 – October 12, 2024.
Racine Art Museum, 441 Main St
Racine, WI 53403 United States
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In the late 1940s, contemporary glass production was given new energy as Frances (1912 – 2004) and Michael (1908 – 1999) Higgins reinvigorated the ancient practice of glass fusing. Capitalizing on the post-World War II interest in bright colors and abstract patterns, the Higginses produced mostly functional items sold through major retailers and worked with glass companies until they formally established their private studio in Illinois. Frances and Michael’s partnership—both personal and professional—seemed to fuel their creative energy, and they…

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