Glass Art Kalamazoo

09/02/2026

We’re launching our 2026 Signature Pumpkin at our upcoming Hot Glass on Tap party, Friday September 25 at Glass Art Kalamazoo. Tickets are flying out the door, get yours today at GlassArtKalamazoo.org

09/01/2026

✨ Watch a simple glass tile transform into a one-of-a-kind work of art!

In our Bubble Stringer Dish class, you’ll arrange colorful glass stringers into a vibrant interlocking pattern. During firing, bubbles form between the stringers, creating a striking effect you won’t find in any store. After a second firing, your design becomes a beautiful 7.5-inch dish!

🔥 Thursday, September 3
⏰ 5:30–8:30 p.m.
💲80—all tools and materials included
🎨 Ages 12 and up—no experience necessary

Only six spaces remain, so grab a friend and plan a fun night of creativity at GAK!

Register here: https://glassartkalamazoo.org/event/make-it-bubble-stringer-dish-september-3/

08/26/2026

Happy National Dog Day to all who celebrate! 🐕🐾 Here's a throwback photo of our studio pup Vincent overseeing operations in the hot shop. What's your dog up to today?

Say Hi to our new studio pup, Vincent! He's a 5 month old rescue who is settling in nicely to his new home and learning all he can about glass art. Ask if he's around next time you’re here and he may just come out for an ear scratch and belly rub.

08/26/2026

🚨Hot Ticket Alert!🚨There is still room in our Filigree Wine Goblet class this Saturday in the torch working studio. Learn the basics of melting colorful rods of glass over a small torch as you create a custom filigree stem that will be welded to a premade cup and foot. Choose your favorite colors to match your vibe. Sign up with a friend and join us for an awesome experience melting glass and making memories:

https://glassartkalamazoo.org/event/make-it-bar-set-series-filigree-wine-goblet-august-29/

08/26/2026

Student artwork from our recent Dichroic Pendant & Earring Set class, before and after the kiln.

We’re offering this class again on September 17. Learn more and buy tickets at https://glassartkalamazoo.org/event/make-it-fused-dichroic-pendant-and-earring-set-september-17/

08/25/2026

🔥 Put your business in the spotlight at Hot Glass on Tap!

Glass Art Kalamazoo is inviting local businesses and community partners to sponsor one of our most exciting events of the year. Hot Glass on Tap brings people together for live glassblowing, local food and drinks, creative experiences, and a memorable evening celebrating art and community.

Your sponsorship will help us create an incredible event while supporting GAK’s nonprofit mission to make glass art accessible through education, outreach, and hands-on experiences.

Sponsorship opportunities are available at several levels, with benefits designed to give your business meaningful visibility before and during the event.

Interested in becoming a sponsor or know a business that would be a great fit? Send us a message or contact [email protected] to learn more.

Help us turn up the heat for Hot Glass on Tap! 🔥

08/25/2026

Stop by the studios for September Art Hop at Glass Art Kalamazoo. Enjoy exciting glass blowing and torch working demonstrations, a hands-on fused glass project for a small fee, and a brand new glass art gallery exhibit. Chat with the Journey Beads team, enjoy free refreshments, and explore the rest of the building for an art-filled evening.

Art Hop at Glass Art Kalamazoo
Friday September 4
5-8pm
Free, All Ages

https://glassartkalamazoo.org/event/art-hop-september-2026/

Art Hop is a program of Arts Council of Greater Kalamazoo

08/24/2026

Blown glass salmon sculpture by Aytac | Davids Glass, created in our studios for a custom commission.

08/21/2026

🧵✨ NO SEWING MACHINE REQUIRED! ✨🧵

Love the look of a beautiful patchwork quilt? Now imagine creating one in glass!

Join us at Glass Art Kalamazoo to create a colorful, quilt-inspired 9" × 9" fused glass plate. You’ll choose your colors, arrange geometric glass pieces and build a patchwork design that is completely your own. Our GAK artists will guide you through the process—one colorful “patch” at a time!

🔥 MAKE IT! PATCHWORK PLATE 🔥🔥🔥
📅 Wednesday, August 26
⏰ 5:30–8:30 PM
💵 $95
🎟️ Only 4 spots available!

Once it’s finished, display your plate on a stand, use it as a colorful centerpiece, feature it in a seasonal tablescape, or give it as a one-of-a-kind handmade gift.

It’s part quilting inspiration, part colorful puzzle, and completely unique. Come piece together something beautiful!

Register here:
https://glassartkalamazoo.org/event/make-it-patchwork-plate-august-26-26/