Visiting the Museum of Glass

Martin Blank's 'Fluent Steps'
Ben Cobb

The Museum of Glass is a hot destination. Come experience our exhibitions with work by world-renowned contemporary artists and be enthralled by artists in the Hot Shop making artwork from molten glass right before your eyes.

Here are the details you might need to plan your visit.

Local Accommodations

These downtown Tacoma hotels are within walking distance of the Museum of Glass.

Courtyard by Marriott - Tacoma
Enjoy warmth and modern conveniences in the heart of downtown Tacoma at Courtyard by Marriott.


Hotel Murano
Experience world-class glass art at Hotel Murano, Tacoma's new luxury hotel.

2009 Annual Holiday Ornament
Regular Price: $40
Member Price: $34

Watch the Glass Art being made in Tacoma's Museum of Glass Hot Shop

TACOMA MUSEUM DISTRICT

Three Museums, One Short Walk. Extend your visit to the Museum of Glass by meeting our neighbors. Tacoma Art Museum and Washington State History Museum are inspiring venues just across the Chihuly Bridge of Glass.

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Martin Blank (American, born 1962)
Fluent Steps, 2009
Hot-sculpted glass, stainless steel
Collection of Museum of Glass, Tacoma, Washington
Photo by Chuck Lysen

Benjamin Cobb (American, born 1979)
Stone, 2007
Blown glass, 22 x 9 x 3 inches
Photo by Jeff Curtis, courtesy of the artist