Gibson House Open Hours

Glass From The Past @ The Gibson House

The Gibson House is always free and open to the public.

Special Exhibition on Display June 11th, 2026 to May 15th, 2027

Tuesdays & Thursdays: 12pm-4pm
Curator open hours select Saturdays: 8am-4pm

2026: 6/20, 7/18, 8/15, 9/19, 10/17, 11/21, 12/19

2026:1/16, 2/20, 3/20, 4/17, 5/15

Glass from the Past at the Gibson House explores how man-made glass has been used in communities and households for thousands of years. Prior to the mid-19th century, glass making was difficult, expensive, and a highly secretive process in which techniques were closely guarded. By the 19th century, glass was used in all parts of the home. Find out the different ways glass was colored, shaped, and used in the 19th and early 20th centuries, and learn more about the factors that impacted its production.

The Yolo County Historical Collection is a research collection, want to see objects not on display? Click here for more information about research appointments and here to browse the collection.