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Become a Member

As a member of the Pittsburgh Glass Center, you are part of one of the most vital and influential glass art facilities in the country.

Members enjoy numerous year-round benefits and access to a dynamic and creative community. Member support helps maintain our facilities and allows us to continue to offer classes and educational programs with world-renowned glass artists. We invite you to become a member, renew your membership or give a gift membership today. If you are interested in making monthly installments, just give us a call at 412-365-2145 ext. 208.

The benefits of membership include:

  • 10% discount on classes and workshops
  • 10% discount pass for a friend
  • Access to studio rental and equipment
  • Special invitations and membership rates for select events
  • 10% discount at special glass studio sales

Membership Categories

Student: $30 w/valid High School or College ID only
» Register Online to become a Student Member!


Senior: $30 over 65 years of age
» Register Online to become a Senior Member!


Educator: $40
» Register Online to become an Educator Member!


Individual: $50
» Register Online to become an Individual Member!


Dual/Family: $75
Additional benefits include all of the above plus:

  • Individual benefits for two adults
  • Invitation to hands-on events for the entire family
» Register Online to become a Dual/Family Member!


Friend: $150
Additional benefits include all of the above plus:

  • One special publication from a Hodge Gallery exhibition each year
  • One Pittsburgh Glass Center T-Shirt
  • Set of 10 chandelier notecards
» Register Online to become a Friend Member!


Contributor: $250
Additional benefits include all of the above plus:

  • Membership in the exclusive Contemporary Glass Collectors Group. As a member of CG2 you will receive special invitations to the Hodge Gallery events & previews of exhibit openings. You'll also be invited to the Artist's Lecture Series and have a chance to view some of the most amazing private collections of studio glass in Pittsburgh. Learn More about the Glass Collectors Group »
» Register Online to become a Contributor Member!


Supporter: $500
Additional benefits include all of the above plus:

  • Invitations to preview parties for new exhibitions in the Hodge Gallery with the curator and/or artists
  • Handmade glass paperweight by PGC artist
» Register Online to become a Supporter Member!


Patron: $1,000
Additional benefits include all of the above plus:

  • Invitation to exclusive glassblowing demonstrations and special programs with visiting artists, curator and writers
  • Blown glass item by PGC artist
» Register Online to become a Patron Member!


Discount Membership to Greater Pittsburgh Arts Council for PGC Members

Get more from your PGC membership! The Greater Pittsburgh Arts Council is now offering all PGC members a 50% discount on the cost of an Individual Artist membership (normally $50). This special $25 rate includes all Arts Council benefits and discounts, including access to health coverage, opportunities to promote events, discount ticket and admission offers and more. To join, visit Pittsburgh Arts Council and download an Individual Artist Discounted Application.

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