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EXPERIENCE GLASSBLOWING FIRST-HAND

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BEGINNER-FRIENDLY AND CASUAL

WORKSHOPS

Your gateway into glassblowing. These 30–45 minute hands-on workshops are the perfect way to dip your toes into the fire. After a quick demonstration, you’ll work alongside one of our seasoned glassblowers to create a one-of-a-kind piece of your own.

Our “Make Your Own” workshops accommodate groups of up to 5 people, with each participant creating their own version of the same item. Looking for a larger group experience or more flexibility? Check out our Group Glassblowing Workshops

Book directly below!

BRING A FRIEND (OR SEVERAL)

GROUP EXPERIENCES

Our Group Glassblowing Experiences are a fun way to get creative together. After a brief demonstration, your group will work one-on-one with our studio team to shape molten glass into handcrafted pieces in the hot shop.


Choose the package that's right for your group — from colorful paperweights to our most popular seasonal projects, or our full selection of available Make Your Own projects. Groups of up to 8 participants can book directly below.

For groups larger than 8 or special requests, email us at info@dakotaglass.org to plan your visit!

MORE IN-DEPTH SKILL BUILDING

INTRO TO GLASSBLOWING

Intro to Glassblowing is a two-hour, hands-on class for those ready to move beyond the basics. You’ll work side by side with one of our skilled glassblowers, learning the full process — from furnace to finished piece — while practicing solid glass forms like paperweights.

This class is designed for folks who want to slow down, build real skills, and better understand how glass moves.

Book directly below!

FOCUSED INSTRUCTION

PRIVATE LESSONS

Ready to keep going? Private lessons offer dedicated bench time to refine technique, build confidence, and take on more advanced forms. Whether you want to improve your gathers, work on symmetry, explore color application, or begin blowing hollow forms, we’ll tailor the session to your goals.

Lessons are available at $100 per hour and can be scheduled for one or two participants. Please note: you must have completed our Intro to Glassblowing class before booking a private lesson.

Email us at info@dakotaglass.org to book a private lesson!

PLEASE READ BEFORE BOOKING!

  • Participants must be age 8 or older to blow glass
  • Payment is collected upon arrival
  • We offer nationwide shipping and local pickup
  • Reservations must reflect your full group size — Same-day additions are not guaranteed
  • Reservations are held for 15 minutes past the start time — after that, spots may be released
  • Finished pieces will be ready for pickup or shipping 7-10 days following your workshop
  • Visit our FAQ for additional details
Red glass paperweight on a magazine with 'Glass Review' visibleTwo people working with glassblowing equipment in a workshop.
Make Your Own Paperweight Sale priceFrom $55.00 USD
Blue glass ornament hanging on a textured gray wallTwo people working together in a glassblowing studio.
Make Your Own Ornament Sale priceFrom $65.00 USD
Two glasses, one blue and one purple, on a wooden surface with a blurred background.Glassblowing process with a glass object being shaped on a hot surface.
Make Your Own Cup Or Wine Glass Sale priceFrom $100.00 USD
Two glass bowls, one brown and one green, on a wooden surface with a blurred outdoor background.Alex observing a guest dip a punty into a bowl of frit to gather color
Make Your Own Wavy Bowl Sale priceFrom $120.00 USD
Two glass vases on a wooden surface with a snowy landscape in the backgroundThree people working together in a workshop setting.
Make Your Own Vase Sale priceFrom $120.00 USD
a group of people enjoying their ornament workshops assisted by alexFour people sitting together in a workshop setting.
Group Glassblowing Experiences (Up to 8 People) Sale priceFrom $500.00 USD
two people working on a handmade cup at the benchTwo people working on a handblown cup in a workshop setting
Intro to Glassblowing Sale priceFrom $250.00 USD
I have made 6 pieces so far. They make glass blowing look easy and will walk you through every step. Sign up to make your own. You’ll be in great hands.
Billy Huff
Google Review
This was such a great experience!! Lots of interesting information and facts about the glass blowing process, and the 2 young men who taught us were exceptional! Very patient, kind, helpful, and safety oriented! a really great day - will definitely recommend to others! Can’t wait to see our finished pumpkins!
Susan Mathias
Google Review
This place is fantastic! My son has attended 2 short classes and loved the experience and the knowledge he gained from the super awesome and smart staff. Beautiful shop and showroom, not to mention the phenomenal hand blown glass artwork that is available as well. Thanks Dakota Glass Works
Stephen Carr
Google Review
Amazing time making a pumpkin. For all the parents of teens out there you will understand. My son loved it and chatted away for a good 30 mins when we were finished about how cool it was! He even smiled! We will be making this a tradition in October from now on.
Eliza Lovell
Google Review
What a great experience, I highly recommend Dakota Glass works. Definitely worth the 7 hour drive. Alex was a great instructor explaining things clearly and allowing hands on practice. The entire team was amazing and it was fun to watch them work and create beautiful pieces of art.
Sandy Swearingen
Google Review

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Two people working on a custom cup in the studio
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