Stained Glass Association of America · Indy 2013 Schedule of Events Saturday, June 8, 2013 9:00am — 3:00pm Pre-Conference Classes Enamels with Sylvia Laks – Chancelor 1 Laminating

Stained Glass Association of America104th Annual Summer Conference

Indianapolis, 2013 – Embassy Suites DowntownJune 10 – June 12, 2013

Indy 2013 Schedule of EventsSaturday, June 8, 2013

9:00am — 3:00pm Pre-Conference Classes

Enamels with Sylvia Laks – Chancelor 1

Laminating with Volker Brock – Chancelor 2

Airbrush with Janet Zambai – Chancelor 3

Sponsored by: Badger Brush, Kathy Barnard Studio, Bohle America , Inc., Kokomo Opalescent Glass,Reusche of TWS, Inc., and Ultra Kiln

Sunday, June 9, 20139:00am — 2:00pm Pre-Conference Classes

Enamels with Sylvia Laks – Chancelor 1

Laminating with Volker Brock – Chancelor 2

Airbrush with Janet Zambai – Chancelor 3

Sponsored by: Badger Brush, Bohle America , Inc., Reusche of TWS, Inc. and Ultra Kiln3:00pm — 4:00pm Committee Meetings – Chancelor 2

4:00pm — 6:00pm Stained Glass School Board Meeting – Chancelor 2

6:00pm — 7:00pm SGAA/SGS Board Dinner – Chancelor 2

7:00pm — 10:00pm SGAA Board Meeting – Chancelor 2

Monday, June 10, 2013Sponsor Showcase – Coronation 1, 2

9:00am — 3:00pm Conference Registration

Conference Shirts Sponsored by J. Sussman, Inc.Conference Bags Sponsored by Uroboros Glass Studio, Inc.Conference Programs Sponsored by Modern Litho-Print Co.Speaker Gifts Donated by IHS Studios, Inc. & Kokomo Opalescent Glass

9:00am KOG 125th Anniversary Exhibition Opens

Sponsored by S. A. Bendheim, DHD Metals, EvenHeat Kiln, Kokomo Opalescent Glass, MAYCO Industries,Reusche of TWS, Inc.

9:00am Suppliers’ Showcase Opens

9:30am — 10:20am Johnson Manufacturing with Larry LePrevost

10:20am — 11:10am Glass Eye with Christie Wood

11:10am — 12:00pm Bohle America

2:00pm — 3:00pm Kokomo Opalescent Glass

3:00pm — 5:30pm General Assembly/1st Business Meeting

6:00pm — 7:00pm Welcome Reception – Chancelor 1, 2, 3

Sponsored by Blenko Glass Company7:00pm — 8:00pm Welcome Banquet – Chancelor 1, 2, 3

Sponsored by Wissmach Glass Co.8:00pm — 9:00pm The Art of Sylvia Laks

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Tuesday, June 11, 2013Coronation 1, 2 Lecture Showcase

Sponsored by Armour Products and the Stained Glass School9:00am — 9:30am School Symposium

9:30am — 10:10am Yuukyuu no Kirameki (Everlasting Twinkles)

10:10am — 11:00am The Designer’s Toolbox with Dennis Harmon

11:15am — 12:00pm Maitland & Helen Armstrong with Bob Jones

12:00pm — 2:00pm Lunch Buffet/Second Business Meeting

Sponsored by The Art Commission, LLC2:00pm — 2:45pm Restoration, the Bigger Picture with Eileen Grogan

2:45pm — 4:45pm Restoration Forum

5:00pm — 6:30pm Second Executive Board Meeting

Wednesday, June 12, 2013KOG and Church Tour

Busses will load at the Washington St. entrance of the hotel.

7:30am KOG and Stained Glass Tour – First Bus Departs

8:00am KOG and Stained Glass Tour – Second Bus Departs

Tour and lunch sponsored by Kokomo Opalescent Glass1:00pm Tour of St. Patrick’s Catholic Church

2:30pm Tour of St. Luke’s United Methodist Church

4:30pm Busses will return to the hotel.

This is an approximate time only. We cannot predict driving and traffic conditions.

Consulate 1, 2

6:00pm — 6:30pm Awards Reception

6:30pm — 7:00pm Awards Banquet

Sponsored by S.A. Bendheim7:00pm — 7:45pm Dave Dugan

Sponsored by Johnson Manufacturing7:45pm — Awards Presentation



President’s LetterIndianapolis 2013

Jerome R. Durr

Welcome to Indianapolis!

I want to first congratulate Kokomo Opalescent Glass on their 125th Anniversary

and say what a pleasure it will be to celebrate with them over the next few days.

Going to the factory to watch the creation of the glass we have all used for so many

years is truly exciting. I want to wish everyone at KOG a Happy Anniversary and I

look forward to cutting and leading their glass for many years to come.

Over the next few days you will experience some unique events that we hope you

will find memorable, educational and in some cases lots of fun. If you are new to

the conference as a new member or first time participant, please let us know at the

registration desk. This will help us to help you feel welcome. If you have been to

one of our conferences before, welcome back! We are glad to see you again. This is

a great opportunity to enhance your knowledge of stained glass while networking

with your peers. That networking is very important —0 I have come away from

conferences with friendships that have lasted for years.

The conference is packed with activities, both social and educational. Each individ-

ual brings their own expectations and excitement. I want to personally thank you

for sharing your personal time and resources to come and be a part of this event.

The mission of our conference is to provide you with opportunities — to learn,

share, meet new friends and have some fun!

So many people have worked very hard to make this event successful. I want to

thank all of our speakers and sponsors who have donated so much time, expertise

and support to make this conference a success. Please talk to Katei or Richard

Gross, or officers/members of the Executive Board to let us know how this event

meets your expectations. The Summer Conference is a major component of what

the SGAA does. Your comments will help us serve you and others better in future

years.

Again, welcome!

Jerome R. Durr

Our Thanks to Conference Donors!Each year, it is with the gracious financial support from our manufacturers, suppliers and members

that special events are made possible at the Annual Summer Conference. Please show your support for these donors in the year to come with your stained glass purchases.

PATRONSBendheim — www.bendheimartglass.com

IHS Studios, Inc. — www.ihsstudios.com

Kokomo Opalescent Glass Co., Inc. — www.kog.com

Modern Litho-Print Co. — www.modernlitho.com

Reusche & Co. of TWS, Inc. — www.reuscheco.com

Stained Glass Ideas/Ultra Kiln — www.facebook.com/stainedglassideas

Stained Glass School — www.stainedglassschool.org

J. Sussman, Inc. — www.jsussmaninc.com

The Stained Glass Quarterly — www.stainedglassquarterly.com

DONORSBadger Airbrush Co. — www.badgerairbrush.com

DHD Metals, Inc. — www.dhdmetalslead.com

Evenheat Kiln — www.evenheat-kiln.com

Mayco Industries, Inc. — www.maycoindustries.com

The Art Commission — www.artcommission.com

Paul Wissmach Glass Company, Inc. — www.wissmachglass.com

CONTRIBUTORSArmour Products, Wholesale — www.armourproducts.com

Kathy Barnard Studio — www.kathybarnardstudio.com

Blenko Glass Co., Inc. — www.blenko.com

Etchworld, Consumers — www.etchworld.com

Johnson Manufacturing Company — www.johnsonmfg.com

Uroboros Glass Studios, Inc. — www.uroboros.com


Monday, June 10, 2013Coronation 1, 2 Sponsor Showcase9:00am — 3:00pm Conference Registration

Conference Shirts Sponsored by J. Sussman, Inc.Conference Bags Sponsored by Uroboros GlassConference Programs Sponsored by Modern Litho-Print Co.Speaker Gifts Donated by IHS Studios, Inc. & Kokomo Opalescent Glass





2:00pm — 3:00pm Kokomo Opalescent Glass

3:00pm — 5:30pm General Assembly/1st Business Meeting

Chancelor 1, 2, 36:00pm — 7:00pm Welcome Reception

Sponsored by Blenko Glass Company7:00pm — 8:00pm Welcome Banquet

Sponsored by Wissmach Glass Co.8:00pm--9:00pm The Art of Sylvia Laks

9:00am — 3:00pm Conference Registration

Registration attendants will supply you with your conference badges and a bag of goodies. You can also

leave items for the silent auction and turn in your exhibition piece. Lots of SGAA and SGS publications will

also be for sale at special conference-only prices.


The Sponsor Showcase is a favorite of both sponsors and attendees. This is your opportunity to meet with

your favorite manufacturers and distributors face-to-face, review new products, ask questions and pick up

samples. Conference Registration, sponsor booths, and technical lectures all combine to make this an excit-

ing and busy day


Lead-free solder, solder for stained glass and restoration.


Christie will be demonstrating computer assisted design for

the stained glass industry.


Bohle is a manufacturer and supplier of tools, machines and

accessories for glass – products to improve your studio!

2:00pm – 3:00pm Kokomo Opalescent Glass

Welcome to Indianapolis!

3:00pm — 5:30pm General Assembly/First Business Meeting



Chancelor 1, 2, 36:00pm — 7:00pm Welcome Reception

Sponsored by Blenko Glass Company7:00pm — 8:00pm Welcome Banquet

Sponsored by Wissmach Glass Co.8:00pm — 9:00pm The Art of Sylvia Laks

Keynote Speaker

Sylvia Laks of Costa Rica

Known for her dramatic artistry, Sylvia is a true Renaissance woman and artist. She will

share her most recent projects and techniques that she has developed to create her very

unique artistic voice.

Sylvia Laks, born in Heredia, Costa Rica, studied drawing and painting at Casa del

Artista, focusing on portraiture.

In 1985, she became the artistic designer for Luvico Glass Studio, a German-owned stu-

dio where she worked with stained glass for the first time. In 1996, she met and married

Enrique. Together, they formed Sylvia Laks Stained Glass Art Studio and Gallery. She

has restored historic European stained glass windows and created new windows for 30

Catholic churches in Costa Rica as well as for many hotels, institutions, and residences.

Sylvia won First Place at SGAA’s 2010 Annual Summer Conference Exhibition, becom-

ing the first non-American to ever receive this peer-voted award. In 2011 her studio

became the first international Fully Accredited Member with the Stained Glass

Association of America.


Paul Wissmach Glass Company, Inc.PO Box 228Paden City, WV 26159304.337-2253 • 304.337-8800 [email protected]

S.A. Bendheim61 Willett St.Passaic, NJ 07055 800.221.7379 973.471.1733 973.471.1640 [email protected]

Kokomo Opalescent GlassPO Box 2265 Kokomo, IN 46904-2265765.457-8136765.459-5177 [email protected]

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SGAA Stained Glass School9313 East 63rd StreetRaytown, MO 64133800.438-9581816.373-2801 [email protected]

Evenheat Kiln, Inc.6949 Legion RoadCaseville, MI [email protected]

STAINED GLASSQUARTERLY OF THE STAINED GLASS ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA

The Stained Glass Quarterly9313 East 63rd StreetRaytown, MO 64133800.438-9581 • 816.737-2801 [email protected] www.stainedglassquarterly.com

MAYCO IndustriesA Subsidiary of Metalico Inc.18 West Oxmoor Road • PO Box 19397Birmingham, AL [email protected] www.maycoindustries.com

The SGAA Annual Summer Conference is made possible

through the generosity of our donors.

Stained Glass Ideas1052 Azalea LaneCocoa, FL [email protected]

Blenko Glass CompanyPO Box 67Milton, WV [email protected]


DHD Metals, Inc.PO Box 165Conyers, GA 30012800.428.6693770.760.9032 fax

J. Sussman, Inc.109-10 180th StreetJamaica, NY 11433(718) 297-0228(718) 297-3090 [email protected]

Modern Litho-Print Co.6009 Stertzer RoadJefferson City, MO65101(800) 456-5867www.modernlitho.com

Reusche & Co. of TWS, Inc.1299 H StreetGreeley, CO 80631970.346.8577 970.346.8575 [email protected]

Reusché & Co. of T.W.S. Inc.

Uroboros Glass Studios, Inc.2139 North KerbyPortland, OR 97227503.284.4900www.uroboros.com

Bohle America, Inc.10924 Granite Street, Suite 200 Charlotte, NC 28273877.678-2021 (toll free)www.bohle-america.com

Johnson Manufacturing Company114 Lost Grove RoadPrinceton, IA 52768563.289-5123www.johnsonmfg.com

The Art Commission, LLC155 East Wilson Street #501Madison, WI 53703608.467-3040www.artcommission.com

Badger Air-Brush Co.9128 W. Belmont AvenueFranklin Park, IL 60131800-AIR-BRUSH • Fax: 800-57BADGERwww.badgerairbrush.com

Armour Products176-180 Fifth AveHawthorne, NJ 07506973-427-8787973-427-8823 (fax)www.armourproducts.com

Kathy Barnard Studio1605 Locust StreetKansas City, MO 64108(816) [email protected]

IHS Studios, Inc.1400 FM 2093Fredericksburg, TX 78624(800) 259-1842(800) 296-4314 (fax)[email protected]

Tuesday, June 11, 2013

Tuesday, June 11, 2013Coronation 1, 2 Lecture Showcase

Sponsored by Armour Products and the Stained Glass School9:00am — 9:30am School Symposium

9:30am — 10:10am Yuukyuu no Kirameki (Everlasting Twinkles) with the Kawamotos



12:00pm — 2:00pm Member Lunch Buffet/Second Business Meeting

Sponsored by The Art Commission, LLC2:00pm — 2:45pm Restoration: the Bigger Picture with Eileen Grogan

2:45pm — 4:45pm Restoration Forum


9:00am — 9:30am School Symposium

The SGS Board will share the School’s current status, future plans, and –

most importantly – how you can be a part of and benefit from the School’s

future.

9:30am — 10:10am Yuukyuu no Kirameki (Everlasting Twinkles) with the Kawamotos

The Winter Issue of The Stained Glass Quarterly featured a stained glass exhibition by Akihiko Kawamoto

and his apprentices. When the SGAA Conference Committee found out that the Kawamotos were coming to

the Indy 2013 conference, they invited them to speak about this meeting of Western Art with Japanese

Tradition. The exhibition space was a very unique setting in an Imperial Villa in Numazu Goyoutei and was

by invitation only. Enjoy this opportunity to meet the Kawamotos and discuss their art!


Dennis is one of our favorite designers. His easy-going

nature shines through in the serenity of his work. Trained

by such notables as Dick Millard, Albinas Elskus, and

Ludwig Schaffrath, his concepts are well grounded in the

basic principles of good design and quality craftsman-

ship. He will discuss designing for future generations,

with a focus on modern iconography. Dennis is a Past

President of the SGAA and Chair of the Ethics and

Marketing Committees.


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Bob will guide us through Maitland’s unique involvement with the

development of opalescent glass and the American School. Glass mak-

ing, relationships, working arrangements, plating, painting, and win-

dow structure all go into the iconic make-up of this great studio’s his-

tory. This is a must attend lecture before your next Armstrong restora-

tion. Bob is a Trustee on the Stained Glass School Board and Chair of

the SGAA History Committee.

12:00pm — 2:00pm Member Lunch Buffet/Second Business Meeting

2:00pm—2:45pm Restoration, the Bigger Picture with Eileen Grogan

Ms. Grogan is the Historic Preservation Specialist for Conrad Schmitt

Studios. She will discuss funding, resources, and sustainability. She

will explain the core values of preservation and how they translate

perfectly to the restoration of stained glass. She will also show how

studios can take advantage of the current trends and buzzwords:

green, sustainable, preservation, etc., to promote their craft.

2:45pm – 4:45pm Restoration Forum

Restoration Committee and Special Guests

The newly released Standards and Guidelines for the Preservation of Stained (and Leaded) Glass Windowswill be discussed. The discussion will then be opened to other restoration topics.

The Restoration and Preservation Committee will be joined by Rolf Achilles, curator of the Smith Museum

of Stained Glass in Chicago. Rolf also teaches as an Adjunct Associate Professor of Art History, Theory, and

Criticism, and the Historic Preservation Program at the Art Institute of Chicago. He was also the co-author

for Preservation Brief #33.

Kevin Grabowski acts as National Project Director at Conrad Schmitt Studios (SGAA Fully Accredited

Member), with nearly two decades of experience in stained glass fabrication, restoration, and conservation. His

background as a craftsman gives him hands-on familiarity with all phases of the craft as well as intimate knowl-

edge of stained glass settings and the issues and techniques involved in the addition of protective glazing.

Christie A. Wood of Art Glass Ensembles established her studio more than 17 years ago and has recently

completed the restoration of 63 historic stained glass panels for the First United Methodist Church in

Mercedes, TX, after a catastrophic fire. She is an Active Accredited Member of the SGAA



Wednesday, June 12, 2013

Busses will load at the Washington St. entrance of the hotel.



Tour and lunch sponsored by Kokomo Opalescent Glass1:00pm Tour of St. Patrick’s Catholic Church


4:30pm Busses will return to the hotel


Consulate 1, 2



Sponsored by S.A. Bendheim7:00pm — 7:45pm Dave Dugan

7:45pm Awards Presentation



The Tour Busses will load at the Washington St. entrance of the hotel. Please do not be late. Decide on a bus

to take and be there on time. It is an hour ride to Kokomo and we do not want to be late! Kokomo will pro-

vide tours, lectures, lunch, a display of original Haynes automobiles, and time to shop.

9:00am Kokomo Opalescent Glass Tour

1310 South Market Street, Kokomo IN 46902

“The Opalescent Glass Works at Kokomo, Indiana, is the oldest manufacturer of its kind in America, having

been in continuous operation now for more than 100 years. The factory was originally built in 1888. There

were only five other significant manufacturers in the United States: Louis Heidt (1879) and John

Dannelhoffer (1882), both in Brooklyn; the Boston Antique Glass Co. (1883) in South Boston; Mississippi

(1884) in St. Louis, and Streator Art Glass Co. (1887) in Streator, IL.” Do not miss the lecture on the fasci-

nating history of KOG.

1:00pm Tour of St. Patrick’s Catholic Church

1204 North Armstrong, Kokomo, IN

On our way back to the hotel, we will stop at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church. The church was built in 1911

and the entire edifice is made from Bedford Stone. The Riordan windows are all made from Kokomo glass

and three are claimed to be the third largest in the United States.



100 West 86th Street, Indianapolis, IN

We will also visit St. Luke’s United Methodist Church, which includes windows from the local Fox Studio.

Amazing windows created by Minnietta Millard throughout the facility, plus a very special award-winning

chapel with windows by Emil Frei.

4:30pm Busses will return to the hotel.


Consulate 1, 2



Sponsored by S.A. Bendheim

7:00pm — 7:45pm Dave Dugan

Sponsored by Johnson ManufacturingAs seen on HBO, COMEDY CENTRAL, AND FOX …Dave is now a corporate comedian in demand,

entertaining at company events across the nation. A regular writer and contributor on the BOB AND TOM

SHOW for over 20 years, Dave is featured on over 25 Bob and Tom CDs. Dave’s voice is also heard weekly

for Nascar on the Speed Channel and you may recognize his voice from TV and radio commercials for

SUBWAY, DISNEY, FIRESTONE, ERIE INSURANCE AND HERTZ. But you probably best know Dave

from his starring role in the ill-fated after-school special “Bucky, the Okay Dog with Just a little bit of

Rabies.”

7:45pm Awards Presentation

Sourcebook 2012Cover Photo taken at St. Patrick’sCatholic Church, kokomo, Indiana

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The Stained Glass SchoolFall Schedule - October 22 – 25, 2013

Stained Glass Painting – a Focus on EnamelsInstructor: Jim M. Berberich

About the Instructor: Jim M. Berberich is a freelance stained glass painter who works with studios throughout the United States in both

new and restoration work. With more than 25 years experience, Mr. Berberich has mastered traditional methods of stipple and matt glass

painting to create life-like flesh tones. “This technique has been applied for centuries. A painted face can be fired up to 16 times, apply-

ing trace lines, matt, multiple shadings, flesh tones and enamels by hand.”

Certification: Journeyman Level (Intermediate)

Prerequisites: Students must have some type of prior stained glass painting experience.

Limit: Maximum of 10 Students (no exceptions)

Enrollment Deadline: August 19, 2013

Class Fee $875 — Includes all basic materials, tools and supplies. If you have any paint brushes i.e. tracers, brights, flats, ovals, sables,

bristles and/or badgers please bring them. There may be items that Mr. Berberich will request you to bring.(Fee must be paid in full upon enrollment. Refunds in full until August 19. $800 refund after the 19th. No refunds allowed after Oct. 1, 2013.)

Description: Students will complete three projects from start to finish including demonstrations, open discussion and one-on-one assis-

tance. The following painting techniques will be explored in depth: tracing, matting and shading. Also discussed and compared will be

the many different mixing agents used in glass painting and their benefits.

The use of enamels, which adds so much to stained glass projects, will then be taught in detail including the use , mixing and applica-

tion of some of the many enamels that are currently available.

Mr. Berberich will set up a private Facebook page open only to the students enrolled for the Introduction to Enamels workshop. This

will give students a head start and allow for pre-preparation of the projects, materials and any other topics students view as important

to cover.

Location: SGAA Headquarters at 9313 E. 63rd Street, Raytown, Missouri 64133

Hotels: A variety of hotels are available in the Raytown area including the Clarion Hotel: 816.353.5300,

the Drury Inn: 816-923-3000, Holiday Inn Express: 816-654-0232 and Holiday Inn Coco Key: 816-737-0200.

Enrollment Form:

Name: ________________________________________ Payment Method: ○ Check ○Visa/MC ○AmEx

Address:________________________________________ Acct. #: _____________________________________

City/State/Zip _________________________________ Exp. Date: ___________ Amount: _______________

Phone: ________________________________________ Email: _____________________________________


Stained Glass Association of America105th Annual Summer Conference

SGAA Artists’ Retreat at The Elms Hotel & SpaExcelsior Springs, Missouri

Fly into Kansas City and enjoy a week of art and serenity at The Elms.

June 9 – 11, 2014

June 12, 2014 Stained Glass and Winery Tour

The Elms Hotel & Spa – SGAA Special Room rate of only $119.

Conference Registration Rate $225

Register at Indy 2014 for only $200Plus earn a chance to win a crate of Uroboros “Short Cuts”

(50 sq. ft. of glass) at the Portland 2015 Conference.

The SGAA Conference Committee visited The Elms two years ago and quickly

decided that this was the perfect setting for something different for a conference.

The park like grounds, the serenity of the atmosphere begged for an “artists’

retreat.” This conference will include more hands-on, interactive and contemplative

programs, time for reflection and sharing of art and theory. The Conference

Committee is also working with the Stained Glass School to provide workshops

during the conference rather than prior to the conference. This plan will allow you

to spend funds on workshops rather than on extra hotel nights.

The annual conference tour will be optional this year, taking place on June 12 and

include a tour of area wineries. Conference fee does not include this tour. Tour fee

and Stained Glass School classes will be announced. Don’t miss this opportunity to

relax your mind and spirit and to reach for something new in your art.

The ElmsThe story of The Elms begins with the discovery of healing mineral waters in Excelsior Springs in

the late 1800s. In 1880. In the late 1880s, entrepreneurs formed the Excelsior Springs Company and

created parks, pavilions, and in 1888, The Elms Hotel. The grand Elms Hotel enchanted visitors with

its combination of elegance and warmth. Guests could soak in mineral water baths or soak up the sun

in the lush gardens. Eventually The Elms, along with the springs, became one of the most desired

destinations in the country. Sadly, it all ended on May 9, 1898. A horrible fire burned the The Elms'

wooden structure to the ground. By 1908, a second Elms Hotel was being built. The new resort

attracted guests by train from all over the country and the hotel reveled in its restored glory.

Astoundingly, the joy was stolen by another destructive fire on October 30, 1910.

The Elms opened the third and current hotel. Constructed of native limestone and boasting grand ballrooms and inviting verandas, it was once again attracting world-

famous clientele. In the 1920s the city and the hotel enjoyed continued fame as a national health resort. Politicians, sports stars and crime figures created a heady com-

bination of hotel guests. Al Capone, “Pretty Boy” Floyd and Bugsy Moran reportedly hosted illegal gambling and bathtub gin parties. Jack Dempsey and the New York

Giants visited and trained there

In 2011, The Elms was closed again for $20 million in renovations to usher the hotel, spa, restaurant and grounds into the 21st century. With a grand reopening in the

summer of 2012 and under the leadership of Widewaters Hotel Management, The Elms Hotel & Spa stands today as a Grande Dame of Hospitality, featuring spectacu-

lar amenities and gracious service. The hotel is a true survivor and stands as a magnificent tribute to the unbeatable spirit of the town of Excelsior Springs.

The Spirits of The ElmsOver the years, The Elms has been said to be host to several spirits. The origin of these ghosts has been the source of many a spirited discussion. While the hotel had

seen two devastating fires, no fatalities had occurred. Rumors have persisted that one of the spirits was involved in one of the fires. Some of the ghost legends purport

that the lap pool area entertains the spirit of a gambler involved with illegal activities during the speakeasy days of Prohibition. Another story says the housekeeping staff

has a spiritual adviser in the form of a ghost wearing a 1920s-style uniform. One thing everyone seems to agree on is the friendliness of the spirits. These gracious ghosts

may act as spiritual guides to the next adventures that await the grand hotel.

Visit the Conference Registration Table to take advantage of this special offer!

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Stained Glass Association of America · Indy 2013 Schedule of Events Saturday, June 8, 2013 9:00am — 3:00pm Pre-Conference Classes Enamels with Sylvia Laks – Chancelor 1 Laminating