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About the Project The Historical Society of Temple, in conjunction with the Peterborough Historical Society and the Historical Society of Cheshire County, presents a comprehensive overview of one of the Granite State’s leading early industries. “New Hampshire Glassmakers” will make available the most complete story of this important New Hampshire industry ever exhibited to the public. Anne Lunt, a professional editor and past director of the Sharon Arts Center, serves as co-curator along with Dr. David R. Starbuck, Alan F. Rumrill, and Michael George. Lunt is president of the Historical Society of Temple, which originally spearheaded the exhibit. Starbuck will curate the exhibit’s archeological component, focusing on the 1970s excavations at the New England Glassworks site in Temple, of which he was co-director. He also serves as an overall advisor to the project, as does Alan Rumrill, a well-known glass historian with special knowledge of glass made in Stoddard and Keene. Both men are scheduled to present lectures, as is glass historian and collector Michael George. Michelle Stahl, director of the Peterborough Historical Society, serves as coordinator and the host organization’s representative to the project. The Temple Historical Society’s long-time curator, Priscilla Weston, adds her expertise to the project. Rose Lowry, graphic designer and marketing professional, was heavily involved in the months leading up to the exhibit. Lilliane LeBel came on board to oversee the Opening Symposium and Luncheon.(Click here for brief bios of the organizers.) Research and coordination efforts for “New Hampshire Glassmakers” began in October 2009. With our team in place, we quickly lined up a roster of eminent glass scholars to present lectures, and began approaching museums, historical societies, and private collectors in quest of objects for the exhibit.
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