NGC and CGS host glass activity day

Experience the magic of glass at the National Glass Centre (NGC) on 25 April 2026, where the Contemporary Glass Society (CGS) and NGC will be hosting an exciting day of demonstrations, try-it-yourself activities, glass techniques in action and glass art.

You will be able to have a go at various techniques, as well as watching artists in action. Loads of techniques will be showcased on the day, from glassblowing to waterjet cutting, and you even have a chance to try glass pyrography.

Also, the ‘The Graduates’ exhibition, showcasing work by artists who have studied in Sunderland over the years, will be on display – an experience not to be missed!

The actual events on the day will be finalised nearer the time, but expect collaboration, exploration and a celebration of the glass community.

There is a cafe on site for refreshments too!

So, come along and help us celebrate Glassmaking in Sunderland – it has been there for over 1300 years, and, with the closure of the NGC imminent, CGS would love to have a day of positivity and showcase the magic of glass!

This ‘Celebration of Glass in Sunderland’ is on from 10am to 4pm on Saturday 25 April 2026 at the iconic NGC on the banks of the River Wear. Address: Liberty Way, Sunderland, Tyne and Wear, SR6 0GL.

Tickets are: £20 for CGS Members; £15 for Student Members and £25 for General Admission.

Book now on Eventbrite via this link.

CGS is very grateful to Julia Stevenson, Colin Rennie and James Maskrey at NGC for helping to make this event possible.

We look forward to welcoming you there!