Museum Of Glass

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address:1801 Dock Street Tacoma, WA 98402 phone:253-284-4719 website:Museum Of Glass email:

Mission:

The Museum of Glass: International Center for Contemporary Art provides a dynamic environment for visitors to experience and appreciate the medium of glass and the creative interaction between artists and art forms in contemporary art. Through exhibitions from around the world, engaging glass blowing demonstrations and thought-provoking programs, the Museum welcomes, inspires and educates a diverse global audience.

About Us:

The Museum of Glass is a fine arts museum dedicated to presenting the medium of glass within the context of contemporary art in all media. The Museum presents the richness and diversity of the art of our time and explores how glass draws from and contributes to the many facets of contemporary art. In addition to the Hot Shop Amphitheater where visitors can watch artists work, the facilities include galleries, outdoor exhibition areas, a theater, studio, grand hall, store and café. The Museum of Glass is sponsored in part by the City of Tacoma Arts Commission, the Washington State Arts Commission and ArtsFund.