Create your very own fused glass starburst! Students will learn glass cutting techniques to create rays of glass in a circular pattern. You’ll use strips to create the body and utilize smaller shapes and accessory glass to add your own flare.
All experience levels
Julie Rhodes,...
Learn how to make your own glass ornaments to hang on your tree this holiday season. Participants will be able to design and create four unique ornaments. Different techniques and designs will be sampled and students can create their own. Pieces will be fired and hooks attached, then will be ready to pick up about 2-3 weeks later.
Final product size – 3-4 ornaments about 4x4” each
All experience levels
Taylor Moeller-Roy,...
Registration Cut-off Date:
Tuesday, November 10, 2026
$65.00
Make your own unique fused glass barn quilt. Learn how to cut precise angles to design a piece inspired by classic barn quilt styles that are seen across the Midwest. You’ll use simple shapes like squares and triangles to assemble an image or design unique to you! Pieces will be fired in our kilns, then will be ready to pick up about two weeks later.
All experience levels
Julie Rhodes,...
Registration Cut-off Date:
Thursday, November 12, 2026
$68.00
Learn how to make beautiful fused glass images by layering smaller glass pieces. Participants will have the option to choose from 3 images provided by the instructor. You’ll learn how to cut and nip glass and use glass scrap to create a one of a kind artwork. Once you fall in love with this technique, there are options for open studio times at the museum (after taking 3 classes) where you can bring in your own images and work on a piece that is more intricate.
All experience...
Registration Cut-off Date:
Saturday, November 14, 2026
$93.00
Formerly known as Intro to Flameworking; learn the basics of working safely with hot glass. Students will make their own beads and learn how to make other small objects out of hot glass
All experience levels
Beth Wenger-Johnstone,...
Registration Cut-off Date:
Sunday, November 15, 2026
$93.00
Build upon skills from "Flameworking 1" in this loosely structured workshop. Students will have work time with our flameworking instructor, Beth Wenger-Johnstone, to focus on independent interests. Some techniques that were introduced in Intro to Flameworking will be expanded upon and new tips and tricks will be reviewed as well.
At least one flameworking class required
Beth Wenger-Johnstone,...
Registration Cut-off Date:
Tuesday, November 24, 2026
$20.00
Experience glass art at Bergstrom-Mahler Museum of Glass. The museum runs a monthly program during the school year for scouts of all ages. Scouts will take a tour through our galleries with one of our wonderful docents. Then scouts will have a chance to make their own fused glass sun catcher! Their pieces will be fired and ready to pick up a couple weeks...
Registration Cut-off Date:
Tuesday, November 24, 2026
$65.00
Make your own unique fused glass barn quilt. Learn how to cut precise angles to design a piece inspired by classic barn quilt styles that are seen across the Midwest. You’ll use simple shapes like squares and triangles to assemble an image or design unique to you! Pieces will be fired in our kilns, then will be ready to pick up about two weeks later.
All experience levels
Julie Rhodes,...
Registration Cut-off Date:
Thursday, November 26, 2026
$73.00
Create your own color screen to place in front of a candle this holiday season. The pieces will be fired and slumped to create a single curve fused glass stand. The effect of the transparent glass in front of the light of the candle will produce a perfect holiday decoration. Adorn your screen with fun designs to celebrate this holiday season. Pieces will be fired and returned about two weeks later.
All experience levels
Taylor Moeller-Roy,...
December Art Activity Day – Frosty Faces – 12:20pm-12:50pm
Saturday, December 5, 2026 | 12:20pm-12:50pm
Spots Available: 12
Registration Cut-off Date:
Saturday, December 5, 2026
$20.00
Join us in the Gordon Park Glass Studio to create frosty little faces! This snowman face is 3.5" in diameter and you’ll add cheerful details with pre-cut and accessory glass to bring your very own snowman to life. Designed for the whole family to enjoy (ages 5 and up). Please arrive on time to make the most our of your 30-minute session. Projects will be fused in our kiln and pick up will begin Saturday, December 19th starting at 10:00am.
Shop for holiday gifts in the Museum Shop, visit...
December Art Activity Day – Frosty Faces – 11:45am-12:15pm
Saturday, December 5, 2026 | 11:45am-12:15pm
Spots Available: 12
Registration Cut-off Date:
Saturday, December 5, 2026
$20.00
Join us in the Gordon Park Glass Studio to create frosty little faces! This snowman face is 3.5" in diameter and you’ll add cheerful details with pre-cut and accessory glass to bring your very own snowman to life. Designed for the whole family to enjoy (ages 5 and up). Please arrive on time to make the most our of your 30-minute session. Projects will be fused in our kiln and pick up will begin Saturday, December 19th starting at 10:00am.
Shop for holiday gifts in the Museum Shop, visit...
December Art Activity Day – Frosty Faces – 11:10am-11:40am
Saturday, December 5, 2026 | 11:10am-11:40am
Spots Available: 3
Registration Cut-off Date:
Saturday, December 5, 2026
$20.00
Join us in the Gordon Park Glass Studio to create frosty little faces! This snowman face is 3.5" in diameter and you’ll add cheerful details with pre-cut and accessory glass to bring your very own snowman to life. Designed for the whole family to enjoy (ages 5 and up). Please arrive on time to make the most our of your 30-minute session. Projects will be fused in our kiln and pick up will begin Saturday, December 19th starting at 10:00am.
Shop for holiday gifts in the Museum Shop, visit...
December Art Activity Day – Frosty Faces – 12:55pm-1:25pm
Saturday, December 5, 2026 | 12:55pm-1:25pm
Spots Available: 12
Registration Cut-off Date:
Saturday, December 5, 2026
$20.00
Join us in the Gordon Park Glass Studio to create frosty little faces! This snowman face is 3.5" in diameter and you’ll add cheerful details with pre-cut and accessory glass to bring your very own snowman to life. Designed for the whole family to enjoy (ages 5 and up). Please arrive on time to make the most our of your 30-minute session. Projects will be fused in our kiln and pick up will begin Saturday, December 19th starting at 10:00am.
Shop for holiday gifts in the Museum Shop, visit...
December Art Activity Day – Frosty Faces – 1:30pm-2:00pm
Saturday, December 5, 2026 | 1:30pm-2:00pm
Spots Available: 10
Registration Cut-off Date:
Saturday, December 5, 2026
$20.00
Join us in the Gordon Park Glass Studio to create frosty little faces! This snowman face is 3.5" in diameter and you’ll add cheerful details with pre-cut and accessory glass to bring your very own snowman to life. Designed for the whole family to enjoy (ages 5 and up). Please arrive on time to make the most our of your 30-minute session. Projects will be fused in our kiln and pick up will begin Saturday, December 19th starting at 10:00am.
Shop for holiday gifts in the Museum Shop, visit...
December Art Activity Day – Frosty Faces – 10:35am-11:05am
Saturday, December 5, 2026 | 10:35am-11:05am
Spots Available: 10
Registration Cut-off Date:
Saturday, December 5, 2026
$20.00
Join us in the Gordon Park Glass Studio to create frosty little faces! This snowman face is 3.5" in diameter and you’ll add cheerful details with pre-cut and accessory glass to bring your very own snowman to life. Designed for the whole family to enjoy (ages 5 and up). Please arrive on time to make the most our of your 30-minute session. Projects will be fused in our kiln and pick up will begin Saturday, December 19th starting at 10:00am.
Shop for holiday gifts in the Museum Shop, visit...