This is a very spacious museum. Wonderful exhibits. The hot glass demonstration area was absolutely amazing. I sat for at least an hour viewing three artists assisting each other in the creation of various items , like a vase, and bowls. They answered several of...More

There were three exhibits: Ispirazione: James Mongrain - Venetian glass which wasn't our taste.The jewelry exhibit by Linda MacNeil was interesting, but we really enjoyed Into the Deep. One area was closed and the museum charged a reduced price because of that. The glass blowing...More

We were able to watch a glass blowing demonstration for about an hour. It was worth the time. They did an incredible job at explaining as they practiced their art. The gift shop was a little pricy but we were able to buy three items...More

They have amazing art in this museum. The best part was watching them make their creations in the Hot Spot. Our 7 year old was fascinated by the experience. Parking was crazy cheap, $2 for 0-3 hours so that was a plus! I wouldn't recommend...More

This isn't as extensive as the Chihuly Garden and Glass Museum, but it does have some interactive parts for kids, and glass blowing exhibitions.

Stumbled upon this gem while visiting Tacoma for a conference. Just a short stroll away and right on the water it is a unique and beautiful museum. Outside the museum there is a really cool reflecting pool with glass sculptures beside the waterfront. Walking into...More

We had some extra time travelling to SeaTac Airport, so we took a detour to downtown Tacoma.The Glass Museum was a very pleasant surprise. Not a very big museum, but nice glass exhibits. A very nice glass-making demonstration area. The building, itself, it a piece...More

We liked watching them make glass art and seeing the different exhibits of class art and items made from glass (such as bowls).

Having gone to Seattle's Chihuly Garden and Glass three years ago, we were eager to visit The Museum of Glass in Tacoma. Although the displays and exhibits did not have the same feel and flare, the Museum of Glass was equally delightful. We thoroughly enjoyed...More

This is a nice place and you get to watch how they make some of the glass items which is interesting. Not a very big place. If you have the time and a way to get there the Chihuly glass museum in Seattle is much...More