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The oldest Jewish home in America open to the public as a museum offers a glimpse of the life of an early 19th century merchant family.
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A state-of-art facility on the Museum’s campus. See a free glassmaking demo Tuesdays–Sunday at noon. Like what you see? Take a class with us! More about the Studio
The home of the first permanent Jewish residents of Norfolk, this historic house offers a glimpse of the life of a wealthy early 19th-century merchant family.
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With an extensive collection of more than 106,000 rare and unique volumes relating to the history of art, the Jean Outland Chrysler Library is one of the most significant art libraries in the South. More about the Library
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Norfolk, VA 23510
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Norfolk, VA 23510
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- No events scheduled for Mon, December 9, 2024.
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Week of Events
Jellyfish Paperweight
Jellyfish Paperweight
Make a colorful jellyfish floating in clear glass during this hot glass class. Rolling classes every 30 minutes 6-9 p.m. Ages 12 + $80 for Museum members, $100 for non-members Groups should select timeslots that are sequential to avoid overlapping experiences. We will contact you when your art is ready for pick up or shipment. […]
Drinking Vessel
Drinking Vessel
Make a colorful glass cup to enjoy your favorite beverage. Rolling classes starting every 30 minutes from 6 - 8:30 p.m. Ages 12 + $80 Museum members, $100 for non-members We will contact you when your art is ready for pick up or shipment. A full refund or rescheduling may only be granted if written […]
Flaming Heart Pendant
Flaming Heart Pendant
In this introductory evening course, use a torch and simple tools to melt and form solid glass into a heart-shaped pendant. Practice making a heart with clear rods of glass and later learn how to apply colorful glass to create a one-of-a-kind piece. Ages 12 + $80 Museum members, $100 for non-members We will contact […]
Fused Soap Dish
Fused Soap Dish
Cut glass and arrange it to fit a 4x6” design for a soap dish. Your designs will be assembled and fused flat in a kiln at 1400º F. The soap dish shape is achieved in a second firing to 1300º F, where the flat form slumps into a ceramic mold. Ages 12 + $80 Museum […]
Drinking Vessel
Drinking Vessel
Make a colorful glass cup to enjoy your favorite beverage. Rolling classes starting every 30 minutes from 6 - 8:30 p.m. Ages 12 + $80 Museum members, $100 for non-members We will contact you when your art is ready for pick up or shipment. A full refund or rescheduling may only be granted if written […]
Drinking Vessel
Drinking Vessel
Make a colorful glass cup to enjoy your favorite beverage. Rolling classes starting every 30 minutes from 6 - 8:30 p.m. Ages 12 + $80 Museum members, $100 for non-members We will contact you when your art is ready for pick up or shipment. A full refund or rescheduling may only be granted if written […]
Drinking Vessel
Drinking Vessel
Make a colorful glass cup to enjoy your favorite beverage. Rolling classes starting every 30 minutes from 6 - 8:30 p.m. Ages 12 + $80 Museum members, $100 for non-members We will contact you when your art is ready for pick up or shipment. A full refund or rescheduling may only be granted if written […]
Drinking Vessel
Drinking Vessel
Make a colorful glass cup to enjoy your favorite beverage. Rolling classes starting every 30 minutes from 6 - 8:30 p.m. Ages 12 + $80 Museum members, $100 for non-members We will contact you when your art is ready for pick up or shipment. A full refund or rescheduling may only be granted if written […]
Drinking Vessel
Drinking Vessel
Make a colorful glass cup to enjoy your favorite beverage. Rolling classes starting every 30 minutes from 6 - 8:30 p.m. Ages 12 + $80 Museum members, $100 for non-members We will contact you when your art is ready for pick up or shipment. A full refund or rescheduling may only be granted if written […]
2024 Glass Studio Holiday Sale
2024 Glass Studio Holiday Sale
Join us for a festive holiday shopping experience at the Perry Glass Studio's annual Holiday Glass Sale! From December 13-15, discover one-of-a-kind glass creations that make perfect gifts for everyone on your list. Museum Members enjoy exclusive early access one hour before the sale opens to the public. Support local artisans and find beautiful handcrafted […]
Hot Glass: Ornament Spectacular
Hot Glass: Ornament Spectacular
Create a colorful blown glass ornament with the help of our Studio team. Choose your favorite colors and inflate a hot glass bubble as it turns on the blowpipe. Sign up for several sessions and decorate your entire tree! You can also choose to create one of our other objects rather than an ornament. Rolling […]
Holiday Snowman
Holiday Snowman
In this afternoon class, learn how to shape molten glass and create a hot sculpted snowman. Rolling classes every 30 minutes 6 – 8:30 p.m. Ages 12 + $80 Museum members, $100 for non-members. We will contact you when your art is ready for pick up or shipment. A full refund or rescheduling may only […]
Jewelry on the Torch
Jewelry on the Torch
Finish off your look with accessories that you can’t find in a store. Use a mix of clear and colorful glass to create abstract and floral-inspired jewelry. Learn about the basics and simple patterns. Throughout the day, build on those skills to create intricately designed wearables. Ages 12 + $128 Museum members, $160 for non-members […]
Morning Magnets
Morning Magnets
This class is ideal for anyone interested in trying out the fused glass process. Make several magnets using small segments of glass and tile nippers. Create the designs by nipping the glass into smaller pieces and adding them to a base layer that will later be melted together in a kiln. Ages 6+ $52 Museum […]
Hot Glass: Ornament Spectacular
Hot Glass: Ornament Spectacular
Create a colorful blown glass ornament with the help of our Studio team. Choose your favorite colors and inflate a hot glass bubble as it turns on the blowpipe. Sign up for several sessions and decorate your entire tree! You can also choose to create one of our other objects rather than an ornament. Rolling […]
2024 Glass Studio Holiday Sale
2024 Glass Studio Holiday Sale
Join us for a festive holiday shopping experience at the Perry Glass Studio's annual Holiday Glass Sale! From December 13-15, discover one-of-a-kind glass creations that make perfect gifts for everyone on your list. Museum Members enjoy exclusive early access one hour before the sale opens to the public. Support local artisans and find beautiful handcrafted […]
Seasonal Coasters
Seasonal Coasters
Cut and arrange flat glass to create a variety of holiday-themed coasters. Examples will be provided, although you can use your creativity to design unique coasters. After class, the coasters will be fired in a kiln at 1490 degrees and cooled slowly. Ages 12 + $80 Museum members, $100 for non-members We will contact you […]
Holiday Snowman
Holiday Snowman
In this afternoon class, learn how to shape molten glass and create a hot sculpted snowman. Rolling classes every 30 minutes 1:30 – 4:30 p.m. Ages 12 + $80 Museum members, $100 for non-members. We will contact you when your art is ready for pick up or shipment. A full refund or rescheduling may only […]
Stained Glass: Suncatcher
Stained Glass: Suncatcher
Cut and solder sheet glass together to create a colorful window hanging perfect for catching rays of sunshine. Choose a sample design or create your own. Glass pieces are cut to fit the design, or “cartoon,” then wrapped with copper foil. Using a soldering iron and tin-lead solder, the glass pieces are conjoined. At the […]
2024 Glass Studio Holiday Sale
2024 Glass Studio Holiday Sale
Join us for a festive holiday shopping experience at the Perry Glass Studio's annual Holiday Glass Sale! From December 13-15, discover one-of-a-kind glass creations that make perfect gifts for everyone on your list. Museum Members enjoy exclusive early access one hour before the sale opens to the public. Support local artisans and find beautiful handcrafted […]
Introduction to Bead Making
Introduction to Bead Making
Learn to melt colorful glass sticks with a torch, spin the glass around metal rods, and form it into beads. Explore different bead shapes and color application techniques, too. This is a great class for beginners. Ages 12 + $52 for Museum members, $65 for non-members Groups should select timeslots that are sequential to avoid […]
Hot Glass: Ornament Spectacular
Hot Glass: Ornament Spectacular
Create a colorful blown glass ornament with the help of our Studio team. Choose your favorite colors and inflate a hot glass bubble as it turns on the blowpipe. Sign up for several sessions and decorate your entire tree! You can also choose to create one of our other objects rather than an ornament. Rolling […]
Holiday Snowman
Holiday Snowman
In this afternoon class, learn how to shape molten glass and create a hot sculpted snowman. Rolling classes every 30 minutes 1:30 – 4:30 p.m. Ages 12 + $80 Museum members, $100 for non-members. We will contact you when your art is ready for pick up or shipment. A full refund or rescheduling may only […]
Flame Experience
Flame Experience
Make a colorful bead in this half hour experience class. Rolling classes every 30 minutes, 1:30 - 4 p.m. Ages 12 + $24 Museum members, $30 for non-members We will contact you when your art is ready for pick up or shipment. A full refund or rescheduling may only be granted if written notice is […]