WiM Kentucky | Behind the Glass: Plant Tour at Corning (Harrodsburg)
* Registration open until 4/27/26 at 5:00 PM (CDT)
Event Details
Join WiM Kentucky for
Behind the Glass: Plant Tour at Corning (Harrodsburg)
Date:
Tuesday, April 28, 2026
Time:
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. CT
Location:
Corning
680 E Office St
Harrodsburg, KY 40330
Cost to Attend:
WiM Members = $10
Nonmembers = $25
Attendees will experience an exclusive walking tour of Corning's active Harrodsburg manufacturing facility, getting a firsthand look at advanced manufacturing in action — at a pivotal moment in the plant's history. Apple recently committed $2.5 billion to produce all cover glass for iPhone and Apple Watch at this very facility, making it the world's largest and most advanced smartphone glass production line. Attendees will leave with meaningful connections with fellow women in manufacturing across the region and a firsthand appreciation for the innovation and growth happening right here in Kentucky.
About Corning Incorporated
Corning Incorporated is one of the world's leading innovators in materials science, with a 175-year history of life-changing inventions. Their Harrodsburg, Kentucky facility has been a cornerstone of the community for 74 years, making it one of Corning's longest-standing manufacturing locations in the United States.
Corning's Harrodsburg plant also supports an internal women's network on-site — the Corning Women's Professional Group (CWPG) — reflecting their commitment to advancing women in manufacturing and STEM.
We can't wait to see you there!
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Please Note:
Close toe shoes & long pants required.
Safety glasses will be provided, bring your own if you prefer.
In accordance with WiM's Non-Solicitation Policy, attendees and sponsors will be reminded that this event is intended as a professional networking and educational experience. No direct solicitation of products, services, or business will be permitted during the event.
Agenda:
11:00 a.m. | Doors Open — Registration Begins
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | Networking & Plant Tour
12:00 p.m. – 12:30 p.m. | Lunch & Networking
12:30 p.m. | Presentation and Q&A
• Welcome and intros from WiM KY
• Corning shares company history and what makes them an industry leader during this exciting time of change and growth
• Post-Tour Q&A
1:00 p.m. | Event Concludes
Thank you to our Chapter sponsors!
Thoroughbred Level
Thunder Level
