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The Unveiling yesterday was amazing!🤩. Artists from all across the US and one from Canada! It’s one of the highlights of the Brewster International Kaleidoscope Society Expo! Take a peek at what we saw! ... See MoreSee Less

The Unveiling yesterday was amazing!🤩. Artists from all across the US and one from Canada! It’s one of the highlights of the Brewster International Kaleidoscope Society Expo! Take a peek at what we saw!

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Live at the Brewster Kaleidoscope Society expo in Rochester, NY ... See MoreSee Less

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Corki Weeks Parlor Scope ... See MoreSee Less

Corki Weeks Parlor Scope

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There’s still time to join us in Rochester NY for the Brewster International Society 2026 EXPO! Meet the Artists! Make some scopes! See the creative new designs! And bid on some amazing scopes! We’d love to see you! #kaleidoscope #brewsterkaleidoscopesociety #BKSExpo2026 #kaleidoscopemagic

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🌀✨ The Countdown to Rochester Has Begun! ✨🌀
Join the Brewster Kaleidoscope Society this June 18–21, 2026 in Rochester, New York for a colorful gathering of artists, collectors, makers, and kaleidoscope enthusiasts from around the world.

Discover extraordinary new kaleidoscope designs…
Meet the artists behind the magic…

Explore the showroom filled with one-of-a-kind creations…
And even participate in hands-on workshops where you can create scopes alongside internationally recognized artists and fellow collectors.

Whether you’re a longtime collector or simply curious about the art of kaleidoscopes, Brewster International Kaleidoscope Expo is an unforgettable experience of creativity, connection, color, and wonder.

✨ Early Bird Registration ends May 19, 2026
--Use discount code “Early Bird”
✨ Special hotel rates also end May 18, 2026

Now is the time to reserve your spot and be part of this incredible community.

📍 Rochester, New York
📅 June 18–21, 2026

👉 Learn more and register at:
brewstersociety.com

#BrewsterKaleidoscopeSociety #KaleidoscopeExpo #RochesterNY #KaleidoscopeArt #MeetTheArtists #GlassArt #CollectorsCommunity #CreativeWorkshops #ArtAndWonder #KaleidoscopeConvention ... See MoreSee Less

🌀✨ The Countdown to Rochester Has Begun! ✨🌀
Join the Brewster Kaleidoscope Society this June 18–21, 2026 in Rochester, New York for a colorful gathering of artists, collectors, makers, and kaleidoscope enthusiasts from around the world.

Discover extraordinary new kaleidoscope designs…
Meet the artists behind the magic…

Explore the showroom filled with one-of-a-kind creations…
And even participate in hands-on workshops where you can create scopes alongside internationally recognized artists and fellow collectors.

Whether you’re a longtime collector or simply curious about the art of kaleidoscopes, Brewster International Kaleidoscope Expo is an unforgettable experience of creativity, connection, color, and wonder.

✨ Early Bird Registration ends May 19, 2026
--Use discount code “Early Bird”
✨ Special hotel rates also end May 18, 2026

Now is the time to reserve your spot and be part of this incredible community.

📍 Rochester, New York
📅 June 18–21, 2026

👉 Learn more and register at:
brewstersociety.com

#BrewsterKaleidoscopeSociety #KaleidoscopeExpo #RochesterNY #KaleidoscopeArt #MeetTheArtists #GlassArt #CollectorsCommunity #CreativeWorkshops #ArtAndWonder #KaleidoscopeConvention

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✨ Happy Mother’s Day ✨

Today we celebrate the mothers, grandmothers, chosen mothers, nurturers, artists, caretakers, and guides who bring beauty, strength, wisdom, and color into our lives.

Like a kaleidoscope, motherhood is ever-changing — filled with delicate moments, unexpected patterns, resilience, reflection, and wonder. No two journeys are ever the same, yet each creates something uniquely beautiful.

May your day be filled with love, rest, connection, and small moments that shimmer back to you. 💜💚✨

With love and appreciation from
The Brewster Kaleidoscope Society

🌀 What colors remind you of your mother or someone who nurtured you? Tell us below.

#MothersDay #BrewsterKaleidoscopeSociety #KaleidoscopeArt #ColorAndLight #WomenInArt #ReflectionsOfLove #MandalaMagic ... See MoreSee Less

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Here's a peek into Last Year's EXPO in Omaha, Nebraska!

This year's in Rochester NY... still time for Early Bird Registration! ... See MoreSee Less

Heres a peek into Last Years EXPO in Omaha, Nebraska!

This years in Rochester NY... still time for Early Bird Registration!

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Don't miss out! There's still time to get Early Bird Pricing!! Join us in Rochester NY for this year's Brewster International Kaleidoscope Society, where we will have artists, classes, new designs, and yes... Kaleidoscopes! May 19 is the last day for the EARLY BIRD pricing... for hotels it's 5/18... so make your reservations... and JOIN US!! We look forward to seeing you! ... See MoreSee Less

There’s still time to join us in Rochester NY for the Brewster International Society 2026 EXPO! Meet the Artists! Make some scopes! See the creative new designs! And bid on some amazing scopes! We’d love to see you! #kaleidoscope #brewsterkaleidoscopesociety #BKSExpo2026 #kaleidoscopemagic

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This rare Corki Weeks parlor scope will be available at the Brewster Kaleidoscope Society 2026 Expo in Rochester, New York. It will go to the highest bidder in the Saturday banquet auction. You can still get tickets to the expo, the early bird discount has been extended to May 17th. Sign up oon the BKS web site... https://brewstersociety.com/kaleidoscope-conventio… ... See MoreSee Less

This rare Corki Weeks parlor scope will be available at the Brewster Kaleidoscope Society 2026 Expo in Rochester, New York. It will go to the highest bidder in the Saturday banquet auction. You can still get tickets to the expo, the early bird discount has been extended to May 17th. Sign up oon the BKS web site... https://brewstersociety.com/kaleidoscope-convention/2026-general-information/registration/

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The magic of looking at the same kaleidoscope with two different cells and the different images you get from it. Here is a Corki Weeks parlor scope and the different images from the two different cells used.

Share your images of your scopes that you change out the cells with. We’d love to see what you’re looking at. ... See MoreSee Less

The magic of looking at the same kaleidoscope with two different cells and the different images you get from it. Here is a Corki Weeks parlor scope and the different images from the two different cells used.

Share your images of your scopes that you change out the cells with. We’d love to see what you’re looking at.

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I GOT MINE... Did you get yours?!?!

It's time to register for the Brewster International Kaleidoscope EXPO!!! And classes will fill up fast! Don't miss your favorite instructor, or opportunity to work with the artist you most admire!

The Brewster Kaleidoscope Society Expo has been held every year since 1989 except for 2008, 2009 and due to COVID-19 2020 & 2021. We have traveled to 19 states as well as Japan. The board is pleased to announce that for the 35th Brewster Kaleidoscope Society Expo we will be in Rochester, New York. .

Pricing for the 2026 convention is $355 (the same as last year) but register early and use the discount code. Early Bird for a $35 discount for each Expo ticket. We are looking at possibly planning a day trip to the Corning Museum of Glass and/or Niagara Falls, so get your ticket, and watch for updates!!!

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I GOT MINE... Did you get yours?!?!

Its time to register for the Brewster International Kaleidoscope EXPO!!! And classes will fill up fast! Dont miss your favorite instructor, or opportunity to work with the artist you most admire!

The Brewster Kaleidoscope Society Expo has been held every year since 1989 except for 2008, 2009 and due to COVID-19 2020 & 2021. We have traveled to 19 states as well as Japan. The board is pleased to announce that for the 35th Brewster Kaleidoscope Society Expo we will be in Rochester, New York. .

Pricing for the 2026 convention is $355 (the same as last year) but register early and use the discount code. Early Bird for a $35 discount for each Expo ticket. We are looking at possibly planning a day trip to the Corning Museum of Glass and/or Niagara Falls, so get your ticket, and watch for updates!!!

Its going to be AMAZING! Dont miss it!

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We're starting a series about Kaleidoscopes and the Brewster Society... "Did you know?"

It only seems logical to start with our namesake, Sir David Brewster, in 1816! From Cozy Baker's Through the Kaleidoscope ...and Beyond. Did you know? 😊 ... See MoreSee Less

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Anyone else feel like a kaleidoscopeaholic? 😝

How blessed I am to have found a purse that has 16 pockets and I can fit at least 11 substantial Kaleidoscopes in them to take wherever I’d like to go.

How do you travel with your kaleidoscope?

Can anyone name the Kaleidoscopes that are in the purse? Or know what designer created the bag, or who her famous Kaleidoscope designer sister is?

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Anyone else feel like a kaleidoscopeaholic? 😝

How blessed I am to have found a purse that has 16 pockets and I can fit at least 11 substantial Kaleidoscopes in them to take wherever I’d like to go.

How do you travel with your kaleidoscope?

Can anyone name the Kaleidoscopes that are in the purse? Or know what designer created the bag, or who her famous Kaleidoscope designer sister is?

Happy 1st day of the year!

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