RAM was one of many museums across the nation that helped commemorate the 50th anniversary of the U.S. Studio Glass Movement in 2012 by presenting a celebratory glass exhibition. A special section detailed the history of contemporary glass in America, including a few select pieces from the RAM Permanent Collection to reinforce the continuing legacy of Harvey Littleton, leader of the movement, and show the ties between him and his former graduate students Marvin Lipofsky and Dale Chihuly. Arguably two of the most recognized names in the medium, Lipofsky went on to start the glass program at University of California-Berkeley; Chihuly developed the program at Rhode Island School of Design and helped found Pilchuck Glass School in Washington State.
