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Tacoma Glassblowing Studio

114 S. 23rd Street, Tacoma, WA 98402
253-383-3499
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Ranked #1 of 30 attractions in Tacoma
Type: Educational Sites
Owner description: TGS offers visitors a close up view of how hand blown glass is made and gives guests the opportunity to try it for themselves. The Glassblowing... more » Owner description: TGS offers visitors a close up view of how hand blown glass is made and gives guests the opportunity to try it for themselves. The Glassblowing Experience is a one-on-one session with a skilled glassblower where people of all ages and walks in life can create blown glass for themselves. This facility also offers classes, group events, corporate gifts and their glass gallery features very talented local glass « less
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Colorado Springs, Colorado, USA
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2013 NEW

This was completely awesome!!! Do not miss this!!! Admission is free on Thursdays. Parking is cheap just under the place.

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Honolulu, Hawaii
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7 reviews 7 reviews
3 attraction reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2013 NEW

We visited the Studio and Museum and thoroughly enjoyed watching the glassblowers, attending the movie in the museum, strolling about to enjoy the glorious glass exhibits and viewing the piece de resistance: the magnificent Chihuly Bridge of Glass spanning the 500-foot I-705 overpass linking the Museum and downtown Tacoma. So much to see! We took lots of photos which turned... More

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Salem, Oregon
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

You can watch glass blowers create art and you can view glass art inside and outside. The display rooms show fabulous examples of blown glass. Even the bathroom has soap dishes made from blown glass.

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Seattle, Washington
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 28, 2013

This is something fun you can do solo or with your friends. Hands on experience is informative and fun. They you get to keep your own art work. Nice.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 25, 2013

Great place to visit on any day. We went on a cold, rainy day and enjoyed the artwork as well as warmed up near the fire kilns as they made the glass

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Rome, Georgia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 23, 2013

A must for anyone interested in art glass. Glass blowing demonstration is fascinating. The bridge from the parking garage is worth the trip in itself

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Federal Way, Washington
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 18, 2013

Our first visit started as a Christmas present for my wife to make Christmas balls. Glass blowing is something she always wanted to do. She loved it so much, I purchased a more individualized session for her birthday. We eventually did a Christmas ornament session together, making not only memories for ourselves, but Christmas presents for a lot of happy... More

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Shelton, Washington
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 14, 2013

My wife and I got the chance to visit Tacoma Glassblowing Studio. The people there were very friendly and helpful. We had a lot of fun and came home with two beautiful glass creations. If you have any concerns about your artistic abilities, forget it! If I can do it, anyone can. My wife and I both created something we... More

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Victoria, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 13, 2013

This is certainly a place not to pass up. Working glass Artist work with molten glass and show how they work their craft. Displays of art work using glass tile, etc is on exhibit. Gift shop is also there... although very pricey...

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Canton, Ohio
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 25, 2013

Here's a wonderful to learn about the techniques and artistry of glass. Fun Fun Fun ! Make sure you check out the surrounding areas for cool tucked away shops and eateries.

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