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Classes

GET INTO GLASS!

Explore our many educational options, which range from 15-minute Make-It-Now events—if you want just a taste of the glassmaking experience—to full 8-week courses and summer intensives—if you seek in-depth experience and specialized skills. Classes at Pittsburgh Glass Center are taught by local and international glass artists who provide superior guidance and demonstrate safe and effective studio practice as you build your skills.

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Make-It-Now: Flamecicle
Flameworking

Make-It-Now: Flamecicle

Next session starts Friday, November 6, 2026
Various times
20-minute Session
Flame Shop
All Levels, Ages 8+
Make-It-Now: Fused Glass Ornament
Fusing

Make-It-Now: Fused Glass Ornament

Next session starts Friday, November 6, 2026
Various times
50-minute Session
Kiln Shop
All Levels, Ages 5+
Make-It-Now: Veterans Appreciation Day Fused Glass Suncatcher
Fusing

Make-It-Now: Veterans Appreciation Day Fused Glass Suncatcher

Sunday, November 8, 2026
Various times
50-minute Session
Kiln Shop
All Levels, Ages 5+
Make-It-Now: Blown Glass Pumpkin - Nov 13
Hot Glassblowing

Make-It-Now: Blown Glass Pumpkin - Nov 13

Friday, November 13, 2026
5:30 PM - 9:00 PM
15-minute Session
Hot Shop
All Levels, Ages 5+
Make-It-Now: Blown Glass Pumpkin - Nov 22
Waitlist Only
Hot Glassblowing

Make-It-Now: Blown Glass Pumpkin - Nov 22

Sunday, November 22, 2026
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
15-minute Session
Hot Shop
All Levels, Ages 5+
Make-It-Now: Fused Glass Hanukkiah
Fusing

Make-It-Now: Fused Glass Hanukkiah

Sunday, November 22, 2026
Various times
50-minute Session
Kiln Shop
All Levels, Ages 5+
Make-It-Now: Blown Glass Ornament - Dec 9
Hot Glassblowing

Make-It-Now: Blown Glass Ornament - Dec 9

Wednesday, December 9, 2026
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
15-minute Session
Hot Shop
All Levels, Ages 5+
Make-It-Now: Silly Straw
Flameworking

Make-It-Now: Silly Straw

Friday, December 11, 2026
Various times
20-minute Session
Flame Shop
All Levels, Ages 14+
Make-It-Now: Blown Glass Ornament - Dec 12
Hot Glassblowing

Make-It-Now: Blown Glass Ornament - Dec 12

Saturday, December 12, 2026
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
15-minute Session
Hot Shop
All Levels, Ages 5+
Make-It-Now: Frosted Ornament
Sandblasting

Make-It-Now: Frosted Ornament

Saturday, December 12, 2026
Various times
20-minute Session
Cold Shop
All Levels, Ages 5+
Winter Solstice Celebration! Make-It-Now: Blown Glass Candle Holder
Hot Glassblowing

Winter Solstice Celebration! Make-It-Now: Blown Glass Candle Holder

Saturday, December 19, 2026
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
20-minute Session
Hot Shop
All Levels, Ages 5+
Winter Solstice Celebration! Make-It-Now: Etched Suncatcher
Engraving

Winter Solstice Celebration! Make-It-Now: Etched Suncatcher

Saturday, December 19, 2026
Various times
30-minute Session
Cold Shop
All Levels, Ages 14+
Winter Solstice Celebration! Make-It-Now: Fused Glass Suncatcher
Fusing

Winter Solstice Celebration! Make-It-Now: Fused Glass Suncatcher

Saturday, December 19, 2026
Various times
50-minute Session
Kiln Shop
All Levels, Ages 5+
Make-It-Now: Blown Glass Cup - Jan 22
Hot Glassblowing

Make-It-Now: Blown Glass Cup - Jan 22

Friday, January 22, 2027
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
20-minute Session
Hot Shop
All Levels, Ages 8+
Make-It-Now: Glass Fidget/Worry Stone
Flameworking

Make-It-Now: Glass Fidget/Worry Stone

Friday, January 29, 2027
Various times
20-minute Session
Flame Shop
All Levels, Ages 8+
Make-It-Now: Fused Glass Suncatcher
Fusing

Make-It-Now: Fused Glass Suncatcher

Friday, February 5, 2027
Various times
50-minute Session
Kiln Shop
Beginner, Ages 5+
Make-It-Now: Rainbow Magnet
Flameworking

Make-It-Now: Rainbow Magnet

Friday, February 5, 2027
Various times
20-minute Session
Flame Shop
All Levels, Ages 8+
Make-It-Now: Fused Glass Valentine - Feb 12
Fusing

Make-It-Now: Fused Glass Valentine - Feb 12

Friday, February 12, 2027
Various times
50-minute Session
Kiln Shop
Beginner, Ages 5+
Make-It-Now: Heart Paperweight
Hot Glass Sculpting

Make-It-Now: Heart Paperweight

Friday, February 12, 2027
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
15-minute Session
Hot Shop
All Levels, Ages 5+
Make-It-Now: Heart Pendant
Flameworking

Make-It-Now: Heart Pendant

Friday, February 12, 2027
Various times
20-minute Session
Flame Shop
All Levels, Ages 8+
Make-It-A-Date: Fused Charcuterie Plate
Fusing

Make-It-A-Date: Fused Charcuterie Plate

Saturday, February 13, 2027
Various times
50-minute Session
Kiln Shop
Beginner, Ages 21+
Make-It-Now: Fused Glass Valentine - Feb 14
Fusing

Make-It-Now: Fused Glass Valentine - Feb 14

Sunday, February 14, 2027
Various times
50-minute Session
Kiln Shop
Beginner, Ages 5+
Fire and Wine: Bottle Stopper
Flameworking

Fire and Wine: Bottle Stopper

Friday, February 19, 2027
Various times
20-minute Session
Flame Shop
All Levels, Ages 21+
Fire and Wine: Fused Glass Snack Plate
Fusing

Fire and Wine: Fused Glass Snack Plate

Friday, February 19, 2027
Various times
50-minute Session
Kiln Shop
Beginner, Ages 21+
Fire and Wine: Stemless Wine Glass
Hot Glassblowing

Fire and Wine: Stemless Wine Glass

Friday, February 19, 2027
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
20-minute Session
Hot Shop
All Levels, Ages 21+
Make-It-Now: Mini Mushroom - Mar 5
Flameworking

Make-It-Now: Mini Mushroom - Mar 5

Friday, March 5, 2027
Various times
20-minute Session
Flame Shop
All Levels, Ages 8+
Gather and Brew: Blown Glass Cup
Hot Glassblowing

Gather and Brew: Blown Glass Cup

Friday, March 12, 2027
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
20-minute Session
Hot Shop
All Levels, Ages 21+
Gather and Brew: Sandblasted Drinkware
Sandblasting

Gather and Brew: Sandblasted Drinkware

Friday, March 12, 2027
Various times
30-minute Session
Cold Shop
All Levels, Ages 21+
Make-It-Now: Rainbow Paperweight - Mar 19
Hot Glass Sculpting

Make-It-Now: Rainbow Paperweight - Mar 19

Friday, March 19, 2027
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
20-minute Session
Hot Shop
All Levels, Ages 5+
Make-It-Now: Sandblasted Suncatcher - Mar 19
Sandblasting

Make-It-Now: Sandblasted Suncatcher - Mar 19

Friday, March 19, 2027
Various times
20-minute Session
Cold Shop
All Levels, Ages 5+
Make-It-Now: Egg Sculpture
Hot Glass Sculpting

Make-It-Now: Egg Sculpture

Sunday, March 21, 2027
1:30 PM - 5:50 PM
15-minute Session
Hot Shop
All Levels, Ages 5+
Make-It-Now: Fused Glass Egg Mar 27
Fusing

Make-It-Now: Fused Glass Egg Mar 27

Saturday, March 27, 2027
Various times
50-minute Session
Kiln Shop
Beginner, Ages 5+
Make-It-Now: Sculpted Glass Flower
Hot Glass Sculpting

Make-It-Now: Sculpted Glass Flower

Saturday, March 27, 2027
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
15-minute Session
Hot Shop
All Levels, Ages 5+
Make-It-Now: Spring Egg
Flameworking

Make-It-Now: Spring Egg

Saturday, March 27, 2027
Various times
20-minute Session
Flame Shop
All Levels, Ages 8+
Make-It-Now: Fused Glass Egg Mar 28
Fusing

Make-It-Now: Fused Glass Egg Mar 28

Sunday, March 28, 2027
Various times
50-minute Session
Kiln Shop
Beginner, Ages 5+
Make-It-Now: Sandblasted Suncatcher - Apr 2
Sandblasting

Make-It-Now: Sandblasted Suncatcher - Apr 2

Friday, April 2, 2027
Various times
20-minute Session
Cold Shop
All Levels, Ages 5+
Make-It-Now: Glass Swizzle Stick
Flameworking

Make-It-Now: Glass Swizzle Stick

Friday, April 9, 2027
Various times
20-minute Session
Flame Shop
All Levels, Ages 8+
Make-It-Now: Fused Glass Spring Suncatcher
Fusing

Make-It-Now: Fused Glass Spring Suncatcher

Saturday, April 17, 2027
Various times
50-minute Session
Kiln Shop
Beginner, Ages 5+
Make-It-Now: Etched Suncatcher
Engraving

Make-It-Now: Etched Suncatcher

Saturday, April 24, 2027
Various times
30-minute Session
Cold Shop
All Levels, Ages 14+
Make-It-Now: Rainbow Paperweight - Apr 24
Hot Glass Sculpting

Make-It-Now: Rainbow Paperweight - Apr 24

Saturday, April 24, 2027
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
20-minute Session
Hot Shop
All Levels, Ages 5+
Make-It-Now: Blown Glass Cup - Apr 30
Hot Glassblowing

Make-It-Now: Blown Glass Cup - Apr 30

Friday, April 30, 2027
5:30 PM - 9:30 PM
20-minute Session
Hot Shop
All Levels, Ages 8+
Make-It-Now: Mini Mushroom - Apr 30
Flameworking

Make-It-Now: Mini Mushroom - Apr 30

Friday, April 30, 2027
Various times
20-minute Session
Flame Shop
All Levels, Ages 8+