Stourbridge Glass Museum

Families love Stourbridge Glass Museum because it offers a rare blend of creativity, history, and hands-on fun for all ages. Watch real glass artists at work in Allister Malcolm’s live hot glass studio, where flames, colour, and craftsmanship come to life before your eyes.

Children can get involved with interactive displays and family-friendly trails that make learning about glass fun and accessible. There’s plenty to see and do – from digital design stations to sensory exhibits – and the museum is buggy-friendly with a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere.

Our ever-changing programme of school holiday activities, workshops, and themed events keeps families coming back again and again.

Whether you're sparking a young child’s curiousity or inspiring a budding artist or scientist, the museum is a unique space where creativity and learning go hand in hand. Plus, it’s just minutes from the canal – perfect for a full family day out.

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A visit to Stourbridge Glass Museum is educational, inspiring, and surprisingly fun – a chance to explore the magic of glass together.

Stourbridge Glass Museum is the only attraction where you can experience live glassblowing alongside 4000 years of glass history, all under one roof.

Unlike traditional museums, we combine a working hot glass studio with a hands-on, family-friendly museum space. Watch master glassmaker Allister Malcolm and his team shape glowing molten glass into stunning artworks in real time – it’s mesmerising for all ages.

Our interactive displays bring the story of glass to life through touchscreens, digital challenges, and tactile exhibits, making learning engaging and accessible for everyone. You won’t just read about history – you’ll experience it.

We’re rooted in the heart of the historic Stourbridge Glass Quarter, famous worldwide for its glassmaking heritage. Many of the extraordinary objects on display were made just minutes from the museum.

With a changing programme of exhibitions, activities, and seasonal events, each visit offers something new.

Stourbridge Glass Museum stands out for its vibrant combination of living craft, historic treasures, and interactive learning – a rare mix that makes it a must-see destination in the West Midlands.

Kids are fascinated by Stourbridge Glass Museum because it’s a place where glass comes to life. They can watch glowing molten glass being shaped right in front of them, sparking curiosity and wonder from the very start.

Bright, colourful glass artworks capture their attention and ignite their imagination, while interactive exhibits and digital experiences invite playful learning. With a child-friendly space with games and books to play and learn.

With a mix of hands-on elements, movement, and visual excitement, the space encourages kids to explore at their own pace. Activity sheets add an extra layer of discovery, helping them connect with the displays in creative ways.

Whether it’s the drama of the hot glass studio or the vibrant displays around every corner, children love how different this museum feels – full of energy, light, and surprises.

Stourbridge Glass Museum offers an inspiring environment where kids can experience something new, learn without even realising it, and leave feeling excited by what they’ve seen.