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Adult Classes

Adult classes at Bergstrom-Mahler Museum of Glass are designed for ages 16 and older and are taught by Glass Studio staff and professional artists. Classes cover a variety of techniques, including fusing, flameworking, and hot glass, and are typically 3 hours long with time for both instruction and creating your own project.

Finished projects will be ready for pickup in 2–3 weeks.

For safety and focus, individuals under 16 are not permitted in adult classes unless approved in advance by the Glass Studio.

Register online or call 920.751.4658 with questions. If a class is full, check back often as new classes are added regularly.

Refund & Cancellation Policy

• More than 14 days before class: Full refund or full-value gift certificate.
• 7–14 days before class: Gift certificate minus a $10 materials fee, or transfer your spot to another person.
• Less than 7 days before class: No refunds or credits; you may transfer your spot to another person.

 

Reactive Glass 7/02

Thursday, July 2, 2026 | 5:30 PM-8:30 PM
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$68.00
When adding silver foil to kiln formed glass, a riot of effects can occur. Students will learn how to create reactions like color changes and halo effects using specific reactive glass and silver foil. All experience levels Taylor Moeller-Roy,...
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Intro to Flameworking 7/18

Saturday, July 18, 2026 | 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Spots Available: 1
Registration Cut-off Date: Saturday, July 11, 2026
$90.00
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,...
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Intro to Flameworking 7/19

Sunday, July 19, 2026 | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Registration Cut-off Date: Sunday, July 12, 2026
$90.00
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,...
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Christmas in July! Fused Glass Ornaments 7/21

Tuesday, July 21, 2026 | 5:30 PM-8:30 PM
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Registration Cut-off Date: Tuesday, July 14, 2026
$60.00
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. All experience levels Ava Vrechek,...
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Trees and Nature in Fused Glass 7/23

Thursday, July 23, 2026 | 5:30 PM-8:30 PM
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Registration Cut-off Date: Thursday, July 16, 2026
$88.00
Learn how to create natural trees using fused glass. Your instructor will discuss different fused glass techniques to create the illusion of texture and depth to create a realistic tree in any season! Students can create any kind of tree in any season. Afterwards, purchase the optional stand to display your new 10” circular tree piece. Circular stand is sold separately - $45.00 + tax All experience levels Riley Seib,...
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Trees and Nature in Fused Glass 8/04

Tuesday, August 4, 2026 | 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Spots Available: 5
Registration Cut-off Date: Tuesday, July 28, 2026
$88.00
Learn how to create natural trees using fused glass. Your instructor will discuss different fused glass techniques to create the illusion of texture and depth to create a realistic tree in any season! Students can create any kind of tree in any season. Afterwards, purchase the optional stand to display your new 10” circular tree piece. Circular stand is sold separately - $45.00 + tax All experience levels Riley Seib,...
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Garden Yard Art 8/11

Tuesday, August 11, 2026 | 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Spots Available: 1
Registration Cut-off Date: Tuesday, August 4, 2026
$75.00
Add some color to your yard or garden! Participants will create a work of art out of glass that will then be fused in a kiln. Afterwards, we will attach a metal rod which will make it perfect for a potted plant, the garden, or even in the yard! All experience levels Taylor Moeller-Roy,...
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Floral Suncatcher 8/13

Thursday, August 13, 2026 | 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
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Registration Cut-off Date: Thursday, August 6, 2026
$45.00
Celebrate yourself or a special loved one in your life with a bouquet that can last forever! Students will learn how to cut glass and assemble a suncatcher with a beautiful bouquet that will be fired in our kiln and will be ready about 2 weeks later. Final Product Size: ~4x8 All experience levels Julie Rhodes,...
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Intro to Flameworking 8/22

Saturday, August 22, 2026 | 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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Registration Cut-off Date: Saturday, August 15, 2026
$90.00
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,...
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Intermediate Flameworking Workshop 8/23

Sunday, August 23, 2026 | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Spots Available: 6
Registration Cut-off Date: Sunday, August 16, 2026
$95.00
Build upon skills from “Intro to Flameworking” 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,...
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Toadstool Garden Yard Art 8/25

Tuesday, August 25, 2026 | 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Spots Available: 14
Registration Cut-off Date: Tuesday, August 18, 2026
$68.00
Create a custom toadstool garden stake to decorate your garden or yard. Students will have templates available to help them design a unique “home” for fairies! Everyone will learn how to cut glass and assemble a free form to later be fired in a kiln and glued onto a garden stake. Artwork is ready about two weeks after class. All experience levels Julie Rhodes,...
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Shattered Beauties – Fused Glass 8/29

Saturday, August 29, 2026 | 10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Spots Available: 5
Registration Cut-off Date: Saturday, August 22, 2026
$65.00
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...
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Flameworking 1 9/05

Saturday, September 5, 2026 | 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Spots Available: 8
Registration Cut-off Date: Saturday, August 29, 2026
$90.00
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,...
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Flameworking 2 9/06

Sunday, September 6, 2026 | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Spots Available: 8
Registration Cut-off Date: Sunday, August 30, 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,...
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Pumpkin Platter 9/24

Thursday, September 24, 2026 | 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Spots Available: 13
Registration Cut-off Date: Thursday, September 17, 2026
$65.00
Make your own candy plate for Halloween this year. Students will learn how to cut a circle and transform it into a pumpkin! Pieces will be fused and slumped in a kiln after class and ready to pick up about two weeks later. Final product size: 6.5x6.5” All experience levels Ava Vrechek,...
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Hot Sculpted Paperweights 9/26

Saturday, September 26, 2026 | 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Spots Available: 6
Registration Cut-off Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026
$200.00
Learn how to make your own unique glass paperweight! A trained instructor will walk you through step by step to make your own paperweight in our new mini dragon. Our mini dragon holds 15 lbs of molten glass and includes a reheating chamber. You’ll learn how to safely utilize the equipment and glass blowing tools to design then sculpt a paperweight. After it is cooled down and coldworked to get rid of any sharp edges, you’ll receive your piece back in about a week. All experience...
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