Stourbridge Glass Museum – The Home of Glass
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Stourbridge Glass Museum – The Home of Glass
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THE NEW
HOME OF
GLASS
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Stourbridge Glass Museum
FIND OUT WHAT'S ON ⟶
OPENING TIMES ⟶
EXPERIENCE 400
YEARS OF HISTORY
Set across two floors, Stourbridge Glass Museum takes visitors on a journey back in time.
Learn about the origins of glass making in Stourbridge,
starting with a 2.5D animation depicting life inside a glass cone and a chance to sit in a glass maker’s chair. Discover the tools glass makers used and watch films describing the production process.
After learning about glass making in Stourbridge, watch a leading contemporary artist and their team in action. Allister Malcolm’s live Hot Shop features demonstrations that will enthral and mesmerised.
Upstairs, visitors will be dazzled and delighted by a vast collection of items from the globally significant Stourbridge Glass Collection, featuring pieces dating back 400 years. There is also a
suite of digital interactive screens that give museum goers the chance to get creative and design their very own cameo glass before emailing it to themselves or a friend.
Gallery
Stourbridge Cameo Glass, Stevens & Williams
Allister Malcolm’s Hotshop
Journey through time and witness the fascinating story of the Stourbridge Glass Quarter.
Discover what it was like to work inside an iconic glass cone and how the industry helped this part of the Black Country gain an enviable reputation for creativity and skill – around the world.
Whether you’re young or old, you’ll find plenty to enjoy. From engaging animations and interactive digital displays to live glass making demonstrations and our globally significant collection, Stourbridge Glass Museum is one part of the heritage trail you cannot afford to miss.
Hot glassmaking Available to view ~ Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, 10:30 am – 13:30 pm.
The studio will also be closed Friday 3rd and Saturday 5th Allister and team will be demonstrating at
The Burnt Saucepan
July and Thursday 27th and 28th August they will be attending
International Festival of Glass
in St Helens.
Known for his sophisticated colour combinations and detailed craftsmanship, Allister Malcolm’s work is admired worldwide.
Find out more at
Allister Malcolm Glass.
Terri-L. Colledge, a renowned Cameo glass engraver, showcases her skills in creating classical and nature-inspired pieces using high-pressure flexi-drive drill and traditional decorative enamels.
Terri’s unique works are inspired by the historic Stourbridge Cameo Glass of Thomas Webb and George Woodall and are sought after worldwide.
Cameo glass engraving and decorative hand-painted enamelling demonstrations are normally Thursday to Saturday.
Please note, Terri will not be available for demonstrations Friday 17th April – Friday 24th April.
Find out more at
Terri-L. Colledge glass
Terri-L. Colledge
Stourbridge Glass Museum is largely volunteer-run and receives no local or national government funding. It costs over £1,500 per week to operate, so we charge a small entry fee to keep our doors open and refresh our exhibitions, with an extensive and varied collection of historic and contemporary glass displays. We actively fundraise to develop, protect, and showcase these treasures.
Featured & Upcoming Exhibitions
View All Exhibitions
Opens Tuesday 28 April 2026
The Churchill Screen | Dudley’s Lost Masterpiece
For the first time in more than 40 years, a conserved original panel from the Churchill Memorial Screen goes on public display at Stourbridge Glass Museum from Tuesday 28 April. Depicting the Battle of the Atlantic and presented in a purpose-built backlit housing, the panel can be seen just as its makers intended, a rare and remarkable opportunity to connect with one of the region’s most significant works of public art. The exhibition traces the Screen’s full history, from its creation to its removal from public view, through archival photographs, news coverage and surviving fragments. This display forms the foundation of a new permanent exhibition, ensuring the story of the Churchill Memorial Screen endures for future generations. Visit our
exhibitions
page to find out more and discover what else is coming up at Stourbridge Glass Museum.
Events
View Upcoming Events
Opens Tuesday 28 April 2026
The Churchill Screen | Dudley’s Lost Masterpiece
For the first time in more than 40 years, a conserved original panel from the Churchill Memorial Screen goes on public display at Stourbridge Glass Museum from Tuesday 28 April. Depicting the Battle of the Atlantic and presented in a purpose-built backlit housing, the panel can be seen just as its makers intended, a rare and remarkable opportunity to connect with one of the region’s most significant works of public art. The exhibition traces the Screen’s full history, from its creation to its removal from public view, through archival photographs, news coverage and surviving fragments. This display forms the foundation of a new permanent exhibition, ensuring the story of the Churchill Memorial Screen endures for future generations. Visit our
exhibitions
page to find out more and discover what else is coming up at Stourbridge Glass Museum.
FIND OUT HOW TECHNOLOGY, COMBINED WITH HUMAN CREATIVITY, MADE STOURBRIDGE ONE OF THE WORLD’S MOST IMPORTANT GLASS MAKING CENTRES.
Visitor Info
Admission fees payable on arrival.
The glass studio will be closed Friday 3rd and Saturday 5th July and Thursday 27th and 28th August.
Well behaved dogs on leads welcome.
Accessible parking available.
EV parking available on our new carpark.
Coach parking available on request for group bookings.
Admission Prices
Adults
£10
Children (4 to 17 yrs)
£5.00
Children 3 and under
Free
Family (2 adults and up to 3 children)
£25
Summer Opening Hours
1 April 2026 - 31 October 2026
Tuesday – Saturday
Sunday & Monday
10:30 am – 4:30 pm
Closed
Winter Opening Hours
1 November 2026 - 31 March 2027
Thursday – Saturday
Sunday – Wednesday
10:30 am – 4:30 pm
Closed
What's On
What our visitors are saying
A wonderful resource for lovers of all things glass. Excellent displays of glass artefacts thru history to present day with the chance to see items available nowhere else in the world. An inexpensive outing with the chance to see glass workers in action. Loved it.
Sheila
Visited Aug 2025
We took our Year 3 classes of 7 and 8 year olds to the musuem as our summer school trip and they absolutely loved it.
The musuem is an absolute delight and absolutely perfect for a school visit. It was just the right size and pitched perfectly for our age range (though would be equally suitable for upper KS2 and KS3 children).
The staff at the museum could not have been more helpful. Our visit was extremely well organised with the itinerary and resources all prepared in advance. The children loved the workshop activity and were very proud of the glass tiles that resulted. The demonstration by the skilled glassworkers and the commentary explaining what they were doing was fascinating. The children loved the exhibits and were inspired to design their own once back at school.
A real hidden gem of the Black Country! We will definitely be back!
Simon
Visited Jul 2025
We really enjoyed our visit. We saw the glass artists at work in the hot shop making a beautiful vase. There was also an excellent demonstration of how cameo glass is made by an expert glass engraver. There were clear explanations of the exhibit’s showing the history of glass.
Stephen
Visited Feb 2023
Kids in Museums
View All Events
We are proud to be part of Kids in Museums, offering a dynamic and engaging experience for all ages.
Enjoy live glassmaking demonstrations, digital and hands-on interactives in our galleries, a dedicated children’s space featuring games, a library, and activity sheets and trails. Our year-round calendar is filled with craft and glass activities designed especially for children and families.
Accessing the Museum
We have worked with AccessAble so you can find out about our facilities before you visit. AccessAble’s surveyors assessed our venue to create a Detailed Access Guide.
Check out the Detailed Access Guide to Stourbridge Glass Museum
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get the museum by car or coach?
You can find us on the A491 Stourbridge to Wolverhampton road, just north of Stourbridge Town Centre.
Does the museum have on-site parking?
Yes! The visitor carpark is located right outside the museum.
How do I get there by public transport?
The closest rail stations are Stourbridge Town and Wolverhampton.
Bus routes 16 and 17 depart Stourbridge Interchange every 20 minutes to Brook Street (7 stops, approx. 10 mins.)
Our current offers
Pop-up information goes here
Skip to content
Skip to footer
THE NEW
HOME OF
GLASS
Follow us
Stourbridge Glass Museum
FIND OUT WHAT'S ON ⟶
OPENING TIMES ⟶
EXPERIENCE 400
YEARS OF HISTORY
Set across two floors, Stourbridge Glass Museum takes visitors on a journey back in time.
Learn about the origins of glass making in Stourbridge,
starting with a 2.5D animation depicting life inside a glass cone and a chance to sit in a glass maker’s chair. Discover the tools glass makers used and watch films describing the production process.
After learning about glass making in Stourbridge, watch a leading contemporary artist and their team in action. Allister Malcolm’s live Hot Shop features demonstrations that will enthral and mesmerised.
Upstairs, visitors will be dazzled and delighted by a vast collection of items from the globally significant Stourbridge Glass Collection, featuring pieces dating back 400 years. There is also a
suite of digital interactive screens that give museum goers the chance to get creative and design their very own cameo glass before emailing it to themselves or a friend.
Gallery
Stourbridge Cameo Glass, Stevens & Williams
Allister Malcolm’s Hotshop
Journey through time and witness the fascinating story of the Stourbridge Glass Quarter.
Discover what it was like to work inside an iconic glass cone and how the industry helped this part of the Black Country gain an enviable reputation for creativity and skill – around the world.
Whether you’re young or old, you’ll find plenty to enjoy. From engaging animations and interactive digital displays to live glass making demonstrations and our globally significant collection, Stourbridge Glass Museum is one part of the heritage trail you cannot afford to miss.
Hot glassmaking Available to view ~ Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, 10:30 am – 13:30 pm.
The studio will also be closed Friday 3rd and Saturday 5th Allister and team will be demonstrating at
The Burnt Saucepan
July and Thursday 27th and 28th August they will be attending
International Festival of Glass
in St Helens.
Known for his sophisticated colour combinations and detailed craftsmanship, Allister Malcolm’s work is admired worldwide.
Find out more at
Allister Malcolm Glass.
Terri-L. Colledge, a renowned Cameo glass engraver, showcases her skills in creating classical and nature-inspired pieces using high-pressure flexi-drive drill and traditional decorative enamels.
Terri’s unique works are inspired by the historic Stourbridge Cameo Glass of Thomas Webb and George Woodall and are sought after worldwide.
Cameo glass engraving and decorative hand-painted enamelling demonstrations are normally Thursday to Saturday.
Please note, Terri will not be available for demonstrations Friday 17th April – Friday 24th April.
Find out more at
Terri-L. Colledge glass
Terri-L. Colledge
Stourbridge Glass Museum is largely volunteer-run and receives no local or national government funding. It costs over £1,500 per week to operate, so we charge a small entry fee to keep our doors open and refresh our exhibitions, with an extensive and varied collection of historic and contemporary glass displays. We actively fundraise to develop, protect, and showcase these treasures.
Featured & Upcoming Exhibitions
View All Exhibitions
Opens Tuesday 28 April 2026
The Churchill Screen | Dudley’s Lost Masterpiece
For the first time in more than 40 years, a conserved original panel from the Churchill Memorial Screen goes on public display at Stourbridge Glass Museum from Tuesday 28 April. Depicting the Battle of the Atlantic and presented in a purpose-built backlit housing, the panel can be seen just as its makers intended, a rare and remarkable opportunity to connect with one of the region’s most significant works of public art. The exhibition traces the Screen’s full history, from its creation to its removal from public view, through archival photographs, news coverage and surviving fragments. This display forms the foundation of a new permanent exhibition, ensuring the story of the Churchill Memorial Screen endures for future generations. Visit our
exhibitions
page to find out more and discover what else is coming up at Stourbridge Glass Museum.
Events
View Upcoming Events
Opens Tuesday 28 April 2026
The Churchill Screen | Dudley’s Lost Masterpiece
For the first time in more than 40 years, a conserved original panel from the Churchill Memorial Screen goes on public display at Stourbridge Glass Museum from Tuesday 28 April. Depicting the Battle of the Atlantic and presented in a purpose-built backlit housing, the panel can be seen just as its makers intended, a rare and remarkable opportunity to connect with one of the region’s most significant works of public art. The exhibition traces the Screen’s full history, from its creation to its removal from public view, through archival photographs, news coverage and surviving fragments. This display forms the foundation of a new permanent exhibition, ensuring the story of the Churchill Memorial Screen endures for future generations. Visit our
exhibitions
page to find out more and discover what else is coming up at Stourbridge Glass Museum.
FIND OUT HOW TECHNOLOGY, COMBINED WITH HUMAN CREATIVITY, MADE STOURBRIDGE ONE OF THE WORLD’S MOST IMPORTANT GLASS MAKING CENTRES.
Visitor Info
Admission fees payable on arrival.
The glass studio will be closed Friday 3rd and Saturday 5th July and Thursday 27th and 28th August.
Well behaved dogs on leads welcome.
Accessible parking available.
EV parking available on our new carpark.
Coach parking available on request for group bookings.
Admission Prices
Adults
£10
Children (4 to 17 yrs)
£5.00
Children 3 and under
Free
Family (2 adults and up to 3 children)
£25
Summer Opening Hours
1 April 2026 - 31 October 2026
Tuesday – Saturday
Sunday & Monday
10:30 am – 4:30 pm
Closed
Winter Opening Hours
1 November 2026 - 31 March 2027
Thursday – Saturday
Sunday – Wednesday
10:30 am – 4:30 pm
Closed
What's On
What our visitors are saying
A wonderful resource for lovers of all things glass. Excellent displays of glass artefacts thru history to present day with the chance to see items available nowhere else in the world. An inexpensive outing with the chance to see glass workers in action. Loved it.
Sheila
Visited Aug 2025
We took our Year 3 classes of 7 and 8 year olds to the musuem as our summer school trip and they absolutely loved it.
The musuem is an absolute delight and absolutely perfect for a school visit. It was just the right size and pitched perfectly for our age range (though would be equally suitable for upper KS2 and KS3 children).
The staff at the museum could not have been more helpful. Our visit was extremely well organised with the itinerary and resources all prepared in advance. The children loved the workshop activity and were very proud of the glass tiles that resulted. The demonstration by the skilled glassworkers and the commentary explaining what they were doing was fascinating. The children loved the exhibits and were inspired to design their own once back at school.
A real hidden gem of the Black Country! We will definitely be back!
Simon
Visited Jul 2025
We really enjoyed our visit. We saw the glass artists at work in the hot shop making a beautiful vase. There was also an excellent demonstration of how cameo glass is made by an expert glass engraver. There were clear explanations of the exhibit’s showing the history of glass.
Stephen
Visited Feb 2023
Kids in Museums
View All Events
We are proud to be part of Kids in Museums, offering a dynamic and engaging experience for all ages.
Enjoy live glassmaking demonstrations, digital and hands-on interactives in our galleries, a dedicated children’s space featuring games, a library, and activity sheets and trails. Our year-round calendar is filled with craft and glass activities designed especially for children and families.
Accessing the Museum
We have worked with AccessAble so you can find out about our facilities before you visit. AccessAble’s surveyors assessed our venue to create a Detailed Access Guide.
Check out the Detailed Access Guide to Stourbridge Glass Museum
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get the museum by car or coach?
You can find us on the A491 Stourbridge to Wolverhampton road, just north of Stourbridge Town Centre.
Does the museum have on-site parking?
Yes! The visitor carpark is located right outside the museum.
How do I get there by public transport?
The closest rail stations are Stourbridge Town and Wolverhampton.
Bus routes 16 and 17 depart Stourbridge Interchange every 20 minutes to Brook Street (7 stops, approx. 10 mins.)
Our current offers
Pop-up information goes here