Important Visitor Notice

From Sunday 16 March 2025, National Glass Centre will close on Sundays.

This will bring it in line with the opening hours of other galleries and museums across the city. National Glass Centre remains open with our usual programme of exhibitions and activities Monday-Saturday.

Additionally, in line with the new opening hours, Glass Yard Café will also close on Sundays and offer a revised menu on Mondays.

Read the full statement from University of Sunderland about the planned changes:  University of Sunderland Statement

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Children and Young People's Activities

Animal Sandcasting
A fused glass hedgehog

Children and Young People's Activities

Animal Sandcasting

14 – 22 Apr 2025

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Glass Fused Animals
Two children taking part in crafting activities under the supervision of a woman in a blue top.

Children and Young People's Activities

Glass Fused Animals

15 – 23 Apr 2025

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Glass Painted Animal Tiles
2 smiling girls crafting at National Glass Centre. Both girls have long hair and are sitting at a desk. The girl on the left is wearing a stripey t-shirt. The girl on the right also has a striped shirt on, she also has large yellow flowers sewn onto the top.

Children and Young People's Activities

Glass Painted Animal Tiles

16 – 24 Apr 2025

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Ceramic Animal Tiles
A number of clay tiles sit on a work bench. There are animal designs moulded into each tile.

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Ceramic Animal Tiles

17 – 25 Apr 2025

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