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Moses Myers House

323 E. Freemason St.
Open Saturday and Sunday

Noon–5 p.m.

Jean Outland Chrysler Library

Reading Room
Wednesday-Friday
10 a.m.–5 p.m.

About the Myers House

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.
More about the house

About the Library

With an extensive collection of more than 106,000 rare and unique volumes relating to the history of art, the Jean Outland Chrysler Art Library is one of the most significant art libraries in the South. More about the library

Located in Norfolk

One Memorial Place,
Norfolk, VA
Get Directions

While You're Here

Visit our Museum Shop
and Zinnia Cafe.

Perry Glass Studio

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 Myers House

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.
More about the house

Jean Outland Chrysler Library

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

Wedding & Event Rentals

The perfect place for your big day or special event. Get the details

In-person Tours

Group tours are available for groups of 20 or fewer. More about tours

Jean Outland Chrysler Library

Visit one of the most significant art libraries in the South. More about the library

About the Chrysler

Our story spans well over 100 years. See where we began, how we grew, and where we're going. Explore our history

News and Announcements

See what's happening at the Museum, read Chrysler Magazine, and find our Media Center. Read now

Location

One Memorial Place
Norfolk, VA 23510

Location

745 Duke Street
Norfolk, VA 23510
757-333-6299

Always Free Parking

Get Directions

Visiting Artist Series

Bringing the world’s top glass art talent to Hampton Roads
Find out more

Studio Team

Meet the brilliant minds behind the Studio.
See the team

Give the Chrysler Experience

Share everything you love about the Chrysler Museum with a gift membership. Perfect for everyone on your list.

The Masterpiece Society

Learn about this innovative group of museum supporters.
Meet the Masterpiece Society

Planned Giving

Help ensure the long-term success of the Museum.
Learn about planned giving

Moses Myers House

323 E. Freemason St.
Open Saturday and Sunday

Noon–5 p.m.

Jean Outland Chrysler Library

Reading Room
Wednesday-Friday
10 a.m.–5 p.m.

About the Myers House

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.
More about the house

About the Library

With an extensive collection of more than 106,000 rare and unique volumes relating to the history of art, the Jean Outland Chrysler Art Library is one of the most significant art libraries in the South. More about the library

Located in Norfolk

One Memorial Place,
Norfolk, VA
Get Directions

While You're Here

Visit our Museum Shop
and Zinnia Cafe.

Perry Glass Studio

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 Myers House

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.
More about the house

Jean Outland Chrysler Library

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

Wedding & Event Rentals

The perfect place for your big day or special event. Get the details

In-person Tours

Group tours are available for groups of 20 or fewer. More about tours

Jean Outland Chrysler Library

Visit one of the most significant art libraries in the South. More about the library

About the Chrysler

Our story spans well over 100 years. See where we began, how we grew, and where we're going. Explore our history

News and Announcements

See what's happening at the Museum, read Chrysler Magazine, and find our Media Center. Read now

Location

One Memorial Place
Norfolk, VA 23510

Location

745 Duke Street
Norfolk, VA 23510
757-333-6299

Always Free Parking

Get Directions

Visiting Artist Series

Bringing the world’s top glass art talent to Hampton Roads
Find out more

Studio Team

Meet the brilliant minds behind the Studio.
See the team

Give the Chrysler Experience

Share everything you love about the Chrysler Museum with a gift membership. Perfect for everyone on your list.

The Masterpiece Society

Learn about this innovative group of museum supporters.
Meet the Masterpiece Society

Planned Giving

Help ensure the long-term success of the Museum.
Learn about planned giving

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At the Glass Studio

Beginner Classes

Learn the basic methods of glassmaking in these overview classes. No experience is necessary!

Classes or events may be canceled at the Chrysler’s discretion up to 48 hours prior to the event. A full refund will be issued.

When taking a hot glass class, your object will need to slowly cool down in the kiln over a few days. You will receive a call when it is ready for pickup. We also offer the option to have your object shipped.

Glass Studio FAQ
Introduction to Glassblowing

In this full day class, use tools, heat, gravity, and air pressure to transform molten glass into works of art. Ages 12+ See upcoming classes

Glass Class Objects Eggs
Hot Glass: Eggstravaganza

This seasonal object is sure to make you feel egg-cellent! Choose from an array of color options to make your object unique. See upcoming classes

Stained Glass: Suncatcher

Cut, foil-wrap, and solder flat glass into your own design for a decorative glass panel. Ages 16+ See upcoming classes

Glass Art Fused House Number
Fused House Number

Become the envy of your neighborhood when you come home with a custom fused glass house number. Ages 12+ See upcoming classes

Glass Art Swizzle Sticks
Straws and Swizzle Sticks

Make your drinks taste even better with a reusable drinking straw and custom swizzle sticks. Ages 12+ See upcoming classes

Morning Magnets
Morning Magnets

Start your morning off right and learn how glass melts together and create your own set refrigerator magnets. Ages 12+ See upcoming classes

Fused Glass necklace and earrings
Fused Jewelry

Cut glass and fire it in the kiln to create wearable works of art. Ages 12+ See upcoming classes

Two Fused Glass Soap Dishes
Fused Soap Dish

Create soap dishes by fusing strips of glass and slumping them into a mold. Ages 12+ See upcoming classes

Glass Coasters
Colorful Coasters

Arrange colorful strips of glass into designs to create a set of kiln-fired coasters. Ages 12+ See upcoming classes

blue fused glass plate
Fused Glass Plate

Cut colorful flat glass into pieces and kiln-melt them into a plate of your own design. Ages 12+ See upcoming classes

Yellow Flower Fused Glass Mosaic
Fused Mosaics

Create mosaic imagery by cutting and arranging colorful glass and fusing it in a kiln. Ages 12+ See upcoming classes

Midday Marbles

Spend an afternoon melting solid glass rods over a torch to make colorful marbles. Ages 12+ See upcoming classes

Flaming Heart Pendant Class
Flaming Heart Pendant

Make a heart pendant using a torch, flame, and colored glass. Ages 12+ See upcoming classes

Flameworked Bead Class
Introduction to Bead Making

Learn to melt colorful glass sticks with a torch, spin the glass around metal rods, and form it into beads. Ages 12+ See upcoming classes

Glass sculpted orange flower with green stem
Colorful Botanicals

Explore basic flame construction and color implosions to create nature-inspired sculptures. Ages 12+ See upcoming classes

blue, yellow, and clear glass round pendant
Jewelry on the Torch

Learn the process of making wearable glass implosion pendants and earrings. Ages 12+ See upcoming classes

Orange and Yellow Glass Champagne Paperweight
Champagne Paperweight

Blow hot glass into a colorful paperweight. Ages 12+ See upcoming classes

Prism Pendant

Learn to cut, grind, foil and solder stained glass while creating a hanging “rainbow catcher”. See upcoming classes

Fused Coral Bowl

Learn basic fusing processes of cutting glass and using slump molds to create a bowl inspired by sea coral! See upcoming classes

Drinking Vessel

Make a colorful glass cup to enjoy your favorite beverage. See upcoming classes

Jelly fish paperweight
Jellyfish Paperweight

Make a colorful jellyfish floating in clear glass! See upcoming classes

Beginner Workshops

Spend the weekend with us at the Glass Studio for one of these two-day classes.

Clear glass ball terrarium
Glassblowing 1

Learn to gather glass and create a series of clear forms as you explore hot glassblowing techniques. Age 16+ See upcoming classes

Neon Cactus
Introduction to Neon

Learn the science and basic techniques of neon glassmaking. Age 16+ See upcoming classes

Chrysler members save 20% on all classes at the Glass Studio.

Join or renew today!

Private Lessons

Saturdays from 5:30–8:30 p.m. Other times are available as scheduling permits. For more information or to reserve your evening, please call the Glass Studio at 757-333-6299.

Individual Training

Invest three hours in concentrated one-on-one training with a skilled instructor. Prices for Members start at $220.

Glass color frit
Group Sessions

Many of our regular classes can be scheduled as private sessions for your group. Prices vary by process and group size.

Rent the Glass Studio for your next event.

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