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Leerdam glass takes shape before your eyes

In De Glasblazerij, visitors watch from a stand as molten glass is shaped, as a living part of the Nationaal Glasmuseum.

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Breath, heat and turning

During a demonstration, follow how the glassblower takes material from the furnace, turns it and shapes it with tools. A small movement can visibly change the form and wall thickness.

From demonstration to collection

The workshop shows technique; the museum on the Lingedijk shows results and design history. A combined visit makes clear how the making process and the finished object complement each other.

A separate location

The Glasblazerij and the museum keep the same public hours but have different addresses and separate tickets. For navigation, Zuidwal and Hoogstraat 8–10 both appear; check the route in advance.

Before you go

Closed on Monday; groups of eight or more should book, and visitors using a mobility aid should mention this in advance because of the layout.

Sources

This information has been compiled from public sources. Not everything has been confirmed by the museum itself; please check opening hours and prices on the museum's website.

  1. De Glasblazerij (nationaalglasmuseum.nl)

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