Host Information & Local Resources

Tyler Kimball, Monarch Studio

1919 E Truman Rd, Kansas City, MO 64127
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Established in 2015, Monarch Glass Studio was formed by Tyler Kimball in the historic 18th and Vine district of Kansas City, Missouri. The studio is multi-faceted and operates off of the regions most abundant glassblowing studio, with four work stations and a furnace that holds 300 pounds of glass and creates thousands of pounds of work each month. The glassblowing sector lends itself to creating architectural glass for stained glass studios, components for installations and lighting, as well as awards and corporate gift glass. The stained glass area often utilizes the glass made in the hot glass studio, to create unique and standout contemporary stained glass, ranging from residential windows, commercial storefronts, and architectural installations for public spaces. The coldshop and cold-assembly studio often finishes the hot glass work before sending off via the post or freight, or getting installed into its environment.

Tyler and the Monarch Studio are thrilled to host the SGAA Community in 2024 for workshops, demonstrations, and possible evening events. "LET'S GO GLASS!"

Andrea Denning, Denning Stained Glass

200 Branch St, Platte City, MO 64079
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Denning Stained Glass offers services for liturgical stained glass to repair and restore and to create new works of art, working hand-in-hand with church leaders to craft windows that reflect their denomination’s core values and teachings.These glass studio experts are skilled in all forms of stained glasswork, including traditional glass painting and Dalle de Verre.  

Denning Stained glass offers open studio time, and the retail space also features a large in-stock inventory of stained glass, tools and supplies. 

We're always excited to work with our retailers on conference committee because they bring such a unique perspective to our communities needs. Andrea also brings a wealth of knowledge about local travel and is an integral part of our logistics planning and tours!

Kathy Barnard, Barnard Studio

1605 Locust St, Kansas City, MO 64108
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Raised in Kansas City, Kathy Barnard creates custom designed art glass for both residential and commercial installations. Her work is seen around the world and she has had internships at Derix Studio in Germany and the Corning Museum of Glass in New York.  Her architectural art glass has won numerous awards from the American Institute of Architects.  She was inducted into the University of Kansas Women’s Hall of Fame in 1991.  She maintains her art glass studio and gallery in the Crossroads East District where she displays her carved glass and stained-glass pieces. Her careful attention to the physical details of design and construction ensures beautiful creations that will be admired for generations.

Kathy's studio and gallery in Kansas City is the perfect place for education and inspiration. We look forward to both workshops and possible evening events in this beautiful space.