Day of the glazier in Russia - when and how is it celebrated?

The day of workers in the glass industry in Russia is November 19. This professional holiday is celebrated by all those who are in one way or another connected with the production, processing or installation of glass products. Despite the fact that the holiday has not yet been granted official status, in Russia it is eagerly awaited and loved not only by representatives of this profession.

Why November 19?

The date of the celebration of the celebration of the workers of the glass industry was chosen not accidentally. It was on November 19 that the famous Russian scientist Mikhail Vasilyevich Lomonosov was born. He was the creator of the method of production of glass and glaze. In addition, Lomonosov was able to develop a special chemical reaction, with the use of which colored glasses were manufactured.

The scientist made a significant contribution to the development of the glass industry, therefore the date of his birth is considered the day of celebration of the professional celebration of glaziers in Russia.

How to celebrate the Day of the glass industry worker ?

Day of the glazier, like any other holiday, has its own customs and traditions. This triumph in Russia appeared not so long ago - in 2000. On this day, solemn events, concerts and performances take place at all private and state factories and factories. Traditionally, the most responsible and professional person is chosen from the groups working at the plant. He receives a personal congratulation on the Day of the glass industry. A gift on this day can be anything that is related to the profession of the chosen person. The festive date of November 19 is an excellent occasion to receive praise from the authorities, therefore, employees representing this industry are striving for this.

In large cities, various fairs, exhibitions and markets are held on this day. It is there that everyone has the opportunity to purchase a beautiful glass or decoration. Often at such events on the Day of the glazier, people do not diverge until late at night to view all the exhibits. Feasts, fun and music accompany the fair and the market throughout the day.

Traditions of celebrating the day of the glazier

For several years in succession, November 19 in the Elaginooostrovsky Palace Museum (St. Petersburg) is an exhibition in honor of the Day of the Glazier. Here, historians, artists and scientists come to see the masterpieces of world glass art.

In the same place, workers in the glass industry are developing new ideas for the future creation of exhibits. They gather at a round table to discuss all the pros and cons of this or that development method. Each of them chooses a sphere of study for the future exhibition, so that all groups of the glass industry development are covered. In addition, according to the results of the exhibition, the most successful and interesting exhibit is selected, for which the developer is awarded a prize. Day of the glazier in Russia is becoming an increasingly popular holiday.

A short digression into the history of the glass industry

Today, glass is a popular and necessary material in a variety of spheres. Previously, people treated him as a deity: they worshiped, revered and admired, not even having a thought that something could be done from it. Glass industry has its origin even in ancient Egypt. Until today, the original jewelry made of glass with drawings and ancient Egyptian hieroglyphs. There were depicted the sacred beasts and ritual signs, which indicates the deep respect of the ancient people for this material.

In Russia, the beginning of the glass progress can be considered the middle of the XI century. It was at this time that the country saw beautiful artwork, glassware and glassware. The technology of their manufacture Russian creators borrowed from the Byzantines, but our people also had secrets.

Mass production of glass was acquired only at the end of the XIX century, when the component composition and functions of glass were reliably studied. If in ancient times this material served to make jewelry and was one of the attributes of luxury, then in the 20th century glass became a necessary part of the normal life of a person.

Sheet glass - this is a modern development. Only in the second half of the XIX century the technology of creating these sheets was reliably studied. The structure of flat glass has considerably improved already in our century.

The glass industry will continue to develop together with scientific progress, because the manufacture of glass is an actual and necessary process for a modern man. Today, this is one of the main materials, without which it is difficult to do without construction or repair.

How to congratulate you on the day of the glazier?

Due to the fact that the glass industry is developing, the number of workers in this sphere is growing. Everyone wants to congratulate the original and interesting. A significant gift will be respect for what the person is doing. As for the presentation, it should be related to the occupation: a decoration made of glass, dishes or, for example, a souvenir, which is a small copy of the machine on which the person works.

Glazier's Day is a holiday that is celebrated all over the country, and it is absolutely necessary to congratulate representatives of this profession on this date.