Corning Museum of Glass

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Key Info

1 Museum Way

Price & Hours

$20 adults; $17 college students and senior age 62 and up; free ages 17 and under
9 a.m. - 5 p.m., daily, Labor Day -Memorial Day | 9 a.m. - 7 p.m., Memorial Day-Labor

Details

Museums
Time to Spend: 2 hours to Half Day

Explore the Corning Museum of Glass

The Corning Museum of Glass offers one of the world's best collections of art and historical glass, spanning from a portrait of an Egyptian pharaoh to contemporary works by Tiffany and Chihuly. The museum's Innovation Center focuses on the science of glass, featuring interactive exhibits and live glassmaking demonstrations. Visitors can also participate in beginner's glassmaking classes. By bringing your smartphone or tablet, you can enhance your visit with the museum's GlassApp, which provides videos, artist bios, and photos to reference as you navigate through the museum.

Hands-on Experiences and Demonstrations

Many recent visitors raved about the free demonstrations and hands-on activities, which cover various techniques from sandblasting to glassblowing. Reviewers also noted that seats for these demonstrations fill up quickly, recommending that guests arrive early to secure a spot. Exhibits showcasing works by Tiffany and Chihuly were particularly popular among visitors. On your way out, be sure to visit the museum store, which is another highlight frequenters enjoyed.

Visitor Information

Location and Hours

Situated off Interstate 86 in Corning, New York, the museum welcomes guests daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. from Labor Day to Memorial Day. From Memorial Day to Labor Day, the hours extend until 7 p.m.

Admission Details

Admission costs $20 for adults and is valid for two consecutive days. Children aged 17 and under can enter for free. Additionally, discounts are available for college students, AAA members, seniors, and military personnel. Local residents with zip codes starting with 148, 149, or 169 receive half-price admission. Masks are encouraged to be worn throughout the museum.

Additional Information

For more details, please visit the museum's official website.

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