The Museum of American Cut and Engraved Glass is a museum in Highlands, North Carolina focused on the art and field of cut glass. As glass has always been an excellent decorative and even functional material, its trade is also something worth noting, especially if you?re interested in its tradition and history.

The Museum of American Cut and Engraved Glass features items that are from the American Brilliant Period, which took place from 1876 to 1916. This was the time when cut glass was considered as a luxury item, with the high labor cost that comes with its manufacture. This fact also helps make the exhibits on the site become one of the finest collections in the world.

The Museum of American Cut and Engraved Glass is open year round on operation hours.