www.stourbridgeglassmuseum.org.uk

https://www.stourbridgeglassmuseum.org.uk

THE NEW HOME OFGLASS​ Stourbridge Glass Museum - Now Open​ FIND OUT WHAT'S ON      ⟶ Follow us​ EXPERIENCE 400YEARS OF HISTORYAllister Malcolm's HotshopJourney through time and witness the fascinating story of the Stourbridge Glass Quarter.Discover what it was like to work inside an iconic glass cone and how the industry helped this part of the Black Country gain an enviable reputation for creativity and skill - around the world.Whether you’re young or old, you’ll find plenty to enjoy. From engaging animations and interactive digital displays to live glass making demonstrations and our globally significant collection, Stourbridge Glass Museum is one part of the heritage trail you cannot afford to miss.WHATS ONFIND OUT HOW TECHNOLOGY, COMBINED WITH HUMAN CREATIVITY, MADE STOURBRIDGE ONE OF THE WORLD’S MOST IMPORTANT GLASS MAKING CENTRES.Upcoming Events & ExhibitionsView All Events Memories in GlassAugust 19, 2022 10:30-December 16, 2022 13:00 Did you work in the glass trade or live in the local area? Join us at the museum on the third Friday of each month and share your memories. We welcome people with dementia, carers, and those who feel isolated. More info Glass Factories Walking TourSeptember 10, 2022 11:30-November 5, 2022 13:30 This fascinating guided walk examines some of the companies and key players in the once mighty Stourbridge Glass industry from the perspective on the canal that served them. TICKETS GO ON SALE 1ST SEPTEMBERMore info Bauble Decorating Workshop in the Hot ShopNovember 26, 2022-November 27, 2022 Join us for our fun bauble bonanza!More infoVisitor InfoWELL BEHAVED DOGS ON LEADS WELCOME.trx_addons_inline_1690636894{color:#FFFFFF !important}Admission Prices (from April 2022).trx_addons_inline_207112394{color:#FFFFFF !important}Adults£4.00Children (4 to 17 yrs)£2.00Children 3 and underFreeFamily (2 adults 2 children)£10.00Family (1 adult 2 children)£7.00Seniors (over 65s)£3.00Students£3.00Universal CreditFreeOpening Hours (from November 2022).trx_addons_inline_1399610249{color:#FFFFFF !important}Sunday - WednesdayClosedThursday – Saturday10am – 4pmOpen Bank holidays between April-OctoberWhat's OnOURMUSEUMSalmon Pink Macchia, Dale ChihulySet across two floors, Stourbridge Glass Museum takes visitors on a journey back in time.Learn about the origins of glass making in Stourbridge, starting with a 2.5D animation depicting life inside a glass cone and a chance to sit in a glass maker’s chair. Discover the tools glass makers used and watch films describing the production process.After learning about glass making in Stourbridge, watch a leading contemporary artist and their team in action. Allister Malcolm’s live Hot Shop features daily demonstrations that will enthral and mesmerised.Upstairs, visitors will be dazzled and delighted by a vast collection of items from the globally significant Stourbridge Glass Collection, featuring pieces dating back 400 years. There is also a suite of digital interactive screens that give museum goers the chance to get creative and design their very own cameo glass before emailing it to themselves or a friend.Whether you’re new to the world of glass or you’re an expert on its celebrated history in Stourbridge, our collection offers something truly special.For over 400 years, state of the art glass in every fashionable style has been made in the Stourbridge area, and Stourbridge glass is collected and admired world-wide.The Stourbridge Glass Collection housed at the museum is, quite simply, one of the finest world-wide holdings of British and international 17th, 18th, 19th and 20th century glass.Our collection includes:19th Century Stourbridge GlassHistoric Midlands CollectionContemporary Glass WorksFresh Blood University ExhibitionMORE INFOFrequently Asked QuestionsHow do I get the museum by car or coach?You can find us on the A491 Stourbridge to Wolverhampton road, just north of Stourbridge Town Centre.Does the museum have on-site parking?Yes! The visitor carpark is located right outside the museum.How do I get there by public transport?The closest rail stations are Stourbridge Town and Wolverhampton.Bus routes 16 and 17 depart Stourbridge Interchange every 20 minutes to Brook Street (7 stops, approx. 10 mins.)

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