The Ohio Glass Museum will be open daily from 10:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. during Bottoms Up, taking place June 26–29. Visitors are invited to enjoy free admission to explore the museum’s captivating galleries, experience the art of glassmaking, and browse an exceptional gift shop filled with handcrafted treasures.

Guests can enjoy live, narrated glassblowing demonstrations at 1:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m., and 3:00 p.m. each day, offering an up-close look at the techniques behind this fascinating art form.

The museum’s Gift Shop, a vibrant showcase of Ohio-made glassware, features a wide array of colorful handblown pieces, jewelry, and more—all designed and created by resident artists in the museum’s in-house glass studios.

This special weekend will also showcase the work of two exciting guest artists!

Justin Frehs—renowned for his mid-century modern watercolor paintings collected in all 50 states and over 30 countries—will have his artwork available for sale throughout the event. You’ll also find a selection of Els Tropical Lighting tiki lamps, handmade by his wife Lena, whose designs are featured in some of the most iconic tiki bars across the U.S.

Want to meet the artist? Don’t miss the Meet & Greet and special presentation with Justin Frehs—a unique opportunity to hear about his creative process and global art journey!

The museum’s current exhibit, “Dazzling,” showcases nearly 600 brilliant candleholders, offering a luminous journey through glass artistry. In addition, the Ohio Glass Museum will host a series of lectures throughout the weekend, providing deeper insight into the history and innovation behind glassmaking.

Thursday, June 26:

Fused Glass Studio Classes

-10am  “Cha Cha Cha with Carmen” Suncatcher

-1pm  “Cha Cha Cha with Carmen” Suncatcher

-3pm Make your Own Glass MCM Coaster

-6pm  Make your Own Glass MCM Coaster

Hot Glass Studio Classes

-10am  Blown Glass Cocktail Glass

Friday, June 27:

Fused Glass Studio Classes

-10am  Make your Own Glass MCM Coaster

-1pm  Make your Own Glass MCM Coaster

-3pm  “Cha Cha Cha with Carmen” Suncatcher

-6pm  “Cha Cha Cha with Carmen” Suncatcher

Hot Glass Studio Classes

-10am  Blown Glass Swingin’ Vases

-6pm   Blown Glass Swingin’ Vases

Saturday, June 28:

Fused Glass Studio Classes

-10am  “Cha Cha Cha with Carmen” Suncatcher

-1pm  “Cha Cha Cha with Carmen” Suncatcher

-3pm Make your Own Glass MCM Coaster

-6pm  Make your Own Glass MCM Coaster

Hot Glass Studio Classes

Sunday, June 29:

Fused Glass Studio Classes

-10am  Make your Own Glass MCM Coaster

-1pm  Make your Own Glass MCM Coaster

-3pm “Cha Cha Cha with Carmen” Suncatcher

-6pm “Cha Cha Cha with Carmen” Suncatcher

Hot Glass Studio Classes

Sign up for glassblowing classes and demonstrations at OhioGlassMuseum.org.