What are the Fenton conventions and some of the events surrounding the conventions?

The conventions are hosted by the collectors clubs and are the largest gathering of Fenton collectors in the United States. They are normally held in the summer every year and you can find out more information about the conventions when you join any of the collectors clubs. Each Club normally offers a Glass Sales room where Convention attendees can purchase items made exclusively for the Club. There are all types of activities for the whole family and it is a highly recommended event for any Fenton collector.FAGCA members have access to Fenton's "Special" room where Fenton samples, Dave Fetty exclusives, and many unique pieces are offered for sale to the members. Both conventions have table displays where you can view Fenton Glass history, past and present. Also the clubs offer a special time set up for glass ID. There is a panel of experts who will examine any piece of glass you wish to take and determine the origin -- hopefully Fenton. Various members of the Fenton family attend ...  more