The Carnival Glass Society UK

This UK based Society was formed by a small group of collectors in 1982 and has grown to have members in countries across the world. We are passionate about collecting, spreading awareness and appreciating the beauty of Carnival Glass. We encourage research into its history, arrange events for our members and circulate information through our publications.

CARNIVAL GLASS SOCIETY

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CARNIVAL GLASS SOCIETY MEMBERSHIP

Our quarterly, 40 page, CGS Newsletter is packed full of fascinating articles, new research, beautiful photographs, fun snippets and intriguing stories from our members plus news about trips and events. Browse photographic highlights from past issues and find out more about our latest editions.

Trips and events which are exclusive to CGS members. More info.

Invitations to gatherings at members’ houses to see their carnival glass collections and meet with other collectors. More info.

Access to the Carnival Glass Society Market Place in our members’ area where you can list items of carnival glass you would like to buy or sell.

Our special CGS 2-4-1 Fairs Discount Card which the Society has negotiated with the organisers of some fantastic antiques and collectors fairs in the UK. Two members of the Carnival Glass Society (or one member + guest) can attend each participating fair for the price of one admission ticket. More info.

Invitation to attend the CGS Annual Weekend with talks, displays, sales of carnival glass, raffles, evening dinner with entertainment and much more. More info.

Membership of the Carrnival Glass Society is only £14 for up to two people per year for electronic membership (£25 for up to two people per year for printed newsletters delivered to a UK address, £32 per year for printed newsletters delivered to an address outside of the UK). Just go to join-the-cgs where you can join quickly and easily online or download an application form if you prefer to join by post.

Are you looking for a Carnival Glass Pattern?

Browse the albums in our Photo Gallery which show thousands of patterns by different carnival glass makers from across the world

Carnival Glass Society

Gift Membership Packages

Why not buy Carnival Glass Society membership as a gift for a friend or a loved one? Giving them a wealth of fascinating research, intriguing articles, spectacular photos and carnival glass fun to enjoy - only £14 for up to 2 people per year. Click here to find out more.