Deborah Katon
Executive Director / Sculptor / Instructor
Deborah Katon has a multi-faceted career working with glass as a designer, fabricator, installer, and instructor. Her work has been exhibited in St. Louis at the Des Lee Gallery of Washington University, The Craft Alliance Gallery, The Gallery at the Kranzberg, and many others. She holds a M.F.A. in Sculpture from Washington University, St. Louis, MO and a B.F.A. in Sculpture from the University of the Arts, Philadelphia.
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Sept. 22, 2025
The Intersection of Art, History, Science, & Route 66
If you're all about that sweet spot where art, history, and science collide, then you can't miss the Neon Museum of St. Louis. This episode shines a light on the fascinating journey behind this unique museum, where neon isn’t just a gas—it’s a whole vibe. Our guest, Deborah Katon, the executive director, takes us on a colorful ride through the museum's history, which started as a pop-up gallery and morphed into a permanent fixture on historic Route 66. With a dazzling array of neon art and the science of bending glass, Deborah enlightens us on how these glowing wonders come to life. So grab your shades and tune in for a glow-up in your understanding of neon and its vibrant role in our culture! NOTE: The Neon Museum is open the second and fourth week of each month on Wednesday and Saturday. The hours of operation are 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm. $10 at the door.
Guest: Deborah Katon