Team Building and Private Events

Glass making is a great team activity that focuses on creativity while emphasizing communication, trust building, experimentation and teamwork.

If you have a group and are looking for something out of the ordinary to do, then check out the glass arts events we organize here at the Bloomington Creative Glass Center.

We offer parties that include one, two and three hour lessons in glassblowing and fusing. Parties include 1-5 expert instructors (depending on the number of party goers) to guide the activity of your choice, with safety talks and demonstrations tailored to the age and interests of your group. Glass work made during the party will be cooled down to room temperature overnight, and packed for safe pickup.

We offer two types of events, hands-on and demonstration style, which can be held at your facility or at BCGC.

 

On site events

Formal Glass Blowing Demonstration: Starts at $400

Two or three BCGC glass blowers will present a two hour glass blowing demonstration for your group creating a minimum of two glass pieces. As we go we will explain the process and share information about glass blowing. We will provide seating and PA system so that all attendees will be able to see and hear the demonstration. Attendees are encouraged to interact with our demonstrators with questions and personal stories. After the demonstration the final pieces may be available for purchase.

Glass Blowing hands-on workshop: $50 per participant, 6 participant minimum

In this workshop each participant will have the opportunity to work with our instructors to help create their own small, seasonal, glass blown item. They will be given the opportunity to apply color, reheat and shape you creation.  Your group can choose from one of the following items for your participants to create:

  • Gazing Ball
  • Mini Paperweight
  • Glass Heart
  • Glass flower
  • Pumpkin
  • Ornament
  • Glass egg

Team Building Kiln Formed Project (Group Item): Starts at $300

Our glass fusing instructors will work with your team members to create a fused mosaic platter, bowl or wall hanging with your business logo or other predetermined design. We will supply all of the necessary equipment, supplies, tools, and safety gear to complete the project. Once the piece is assembled by your team, we will fuse in the BCGC kilns. The final piece will be available for pickup at BCGC approximately 2 weeks after the event.

Group Kiln Formed projects (Individual Items): Typically $25-$50 per participant

Our glass fusing instructors will work with your team members to design and create their own individual fused glass items. Projects could include: sun catchers, coasters, magnets, garden art and more. BCGC will provide all of the necessary equipment, supplies, tools and safety gear to complete the projects. Items will be ready for pickup at BCGC approximately 1 week after the event.

 

Off site events

Team Building Kiln Formed Project (Group Item): Starts at $500

Let us bring the glass fusing event to you! Our glass fusing instructors will work with your team members to create a fused mosaic platter, bowl or wall hanging with your business logo or other predetermined design. We will bring all of the necessary equipment, supplies, tools, and safety gear to complete the project. You provide the tables, chairs, and participants. Once the piece is assembled by your team, we will take it off site to fuse in the BCGC kilns. The final piece will be available for pickup at BCGC approximately 2 weeks after the event.


Group Kiln Formed Event (Individual Items): Typically $25-$50 per participant

Our glass fusing instructors will come to your facility and work with your team members to design and create their own individual fused glass items. Projects could include: sun catchers, coasters, magnets, garden art and more. BCGC will bring all of the necessary equipment, supplies, tools and safety gear to complete the projects. Items will be ready for pickup at BCGC approximately 1 week after the event.

 

 Additionally, BCGC is available as an alternative venue for parties, team building events or holiday parties.

Groups are welcome to bring in food and drink to make their event special.

 

50% deposit is required upon booking. Any changes or cancellations may be made up to 2-weeks before the event.

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