Open Houses

A free open house or opening reception featuring heat defying acts of art including live glass blowing and flame working demonstrations in association with Penn Avenue Arts Initiative’s Unblurred event.

Behind the Lens

OPENING RECEPTION. Join us behind the camera with photographer Nathan J. Shaulis for an opening reception. See the images and hear some behind the scenes stories from the last five years. Pittsburgh Glass Center will kick off its 10th year anniversary in the fall 2010. This exhibition is a preview of what’s to come.

Who: Everyone is welcome
When: Friday Feb. 5 from 6 - 9pm
Cost: Free
How to register: Registration not required

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From the Earth to the Fire and Back

OPENING RECEPTION. In honor of Pittsburgh's designation as the North American host city for the United Nations World Environment Day on June 5, Pittsburgh Glass Center will host a local juried exhibition of artwork about the environment. Using their hands and three basic elements - sand, soda and flux - 28 artists create, influence, advocate and comment on the current state of the earth.

Who: Everyone is welcome
When: Friday, March 5 from 6 to 9pm
Cost: Free
How to register: No registration required

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"Hot Jam" with hot glass demonstrations

First Friday open house events with live hot glass demonstrations and a contemporary glass art exhibition.
View photos on Flickr of previous Hot Jams.

Who: All ages are welcome
When: First Friday of the Month from 6 to 9 pm
February 5
March 5
April 2
May 7
June 4
July 2
August 6
Cost: Free
How to register: No registration required

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