On August 10 the Garretson Red Hatters toured Dakota Stained Glass at 332 N. Main Street in Garretson, owned by artists Matt and Nico Rogers. The business originally was located in Sioux Falls on 26th Street and Minnesota. When the Rogers decided to buy the business, they heard the old church building directly across from the Garretson school was a possible location. The Rogers family lives a few miles south of Garretson, so it was a terrific location, especially when some of their children would be attending school here.
The tour of the upstairs and basement was led by Nico, answering many questions by the ladies. One of the highlights was looking at all the items for sale in the Gallery room. Many unique items were on display to purchase for yourself or a friend, such as picture frames, yard decor, glass dishes, small plug-in ‘night-lights’.
Also, on display in the main room were many beautiful stained-glass windows, plus items for outside flower gardens, etc. A group from Blue Dragon Academy had visited and each made a small picture frame, cross, or small picture with a colorful scene of a snowman or Halloween theme. She showed some items that her daughter and son (age 4 years and 8 years old) had made.
Two large window frames from a nearby church were laying on a table, which was a business contract project to strengthen them and make any repairs needed.
They also offer stained glass classes for beginners, and more advanced classes involving lead, joining different colored glass. The costs of classes depend on how simple or intermediate they are, plus the basic supplies, starting at $40.00. Classes are held after work or evenings.
Regular open hours of business are Wednesday through Saturday from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm.
