5 Kokomo Attractions Reflect Area Gas Boom History

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5 Kokomo Attractions Reflect Area Gas Boom History

In the late 1800s, huge natural gas fields were discovered beneath Kokomo, Indiana. The gas supply was thought to be infinite. As a result, manufacturing boomed in the city, particularly in the glass and automotive industries. During our stay in the area, we visited five Kokomo attractions that reflect those two industries. We learned why the glass and automotive industries, in particular, became prevalent in Kokomo.

Kokomo Opalescent Glass: Touring the Oldest Art Glass Factory in the U.S.

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Kokomo Opalescent Glass: Touring the Oldest Art Glass Factory in the U.S.

Factory tours are always fun. I love seeing how things are manufactured. Art glass is my favorite art medium. Combine the two, add a little history, and you’ve got a real winner. The Kokomo Opalescent Glass factory tour takes you through the entire process of making art glass, from raw materials to the finished product.