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A old photos in black and white of two Blenko Glass workers in the factory.

The History of Blenko Glass

100 years of West Virginia handcrafted glass.

Craftsmanship That Lasts

Blenko Glass Company has been a family owned and operated company since 1893. We have been located in Milton, WV since 1921. Exquisite color, skilled craftsmen, and imaginative designs have made Blenko famous in the time-honored craft of hand-blown glass.

In a world of ever increasing automation, we at Blenko pride ourselves in paying particular attention to the forms and designs of our handmade ​​products. We all need, now more than ever, handmade possessions that are unique and inspiring.

The Blenko Family

William J Blenko

William J Blenko

Founder

William H Blenko, Sr.

William H Blenko, Sr.

William H Blenko, Sr.

William H Blenko, Sr.

Walter J Blenko, Jr.

Walter J Blenko, Jr.

The Story of Benko Glass

John W Blenko, MD

Current President: John W Blenko, MD

John W. Blenko, MD, is the son of Walter and great grandson of the company's founder, William J. Blenko. John practiced as an anesthesiologist for thirty-three years, primarily doing trauma anesthesiology at the premier trauma center in the world, the R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center in Baltimore.

After retiring in 2016 and returning to Pittsburgh, he became more involved and was named a Vice President of, Blenko Glass Company. Dr. Blenko represents the fourth generation of his family leading the company and after his father's death in 2019, he became the fifth President of Blenko Glass.

Closeup of a group of Blenko Glass

Celebrating over 128 years of handcrafted color

Start exploring our products to discover the vibrant legacy and timeless beauty that each piece embodies