Glass moves. Glass heals. Glass speaks.

Fluidity: Identity in Swedish Glass explores glass as a form of expression by artists on journeys of identity and self. It explores the power and intensity of glass to both heal and speak.

From Swedish artists among ASI’s glass collection who worked, at times underrecognized, in an industry historically dominated by men, to contemporary artists processing adversity, self-acceptance, and empowerment — Fluidity invites visitors to become part of the community, to be present in the moment, and to explore the pursuit of artistic expression in a challenging and complex medium.

This stunning new exhibition features the U.S. Premiere of Being by Swedish artist Jo Andersson (she/her), an immersive glass experience where visitors engage with each object to create intricate light mosaics in a darkened, sound-scaped gallery.

Adjacent this installation, visitors will explore works by women artists from ASI’s glass collection co-curated with support from Andrea Blum, and contemporary artists, including local artist Emma Wood (they/them), who continue to challenge, form, and shape the glass industry both in Sweden and the Midwest.

Fluidity: Identity in Swedish Glass opens February 1.