'Discover Glass' is our new whole day experience for primary schools with links to: Art, Technology, Science, and History National Curriculum Morning activities:
Morning activities (museum staff led)
Glass detectives
An interactive tour around the site where children will search around the Cone looking for clues about it's past.
Hot glass blowing demonstration
Our glass blower will demonstrate some of the properties of hot glass whilst making a piece of studio ware.
Teachers will choose one of the following options:
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Kiln fusing. Pupils will work in our fusing studio. They will design on paper and then decorate a glass tile; using frit, stringers and pre-cut pieces of coloured glass.
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Glass engraving (suitable for 8 years+ / Year 4) Pupils will work in our fusing studio. They will have a go at engraving on a small piece of glass before designing and then engraving on a photo clip frame.
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Glass painting. Pupils will be painting onto a glass photo clip frame. They will be encouraged to design on acetate prior to painting.
Afternoon activities (self-led)
All equipment and instructions will be sent out prior to your visit. Choose from a number of activities including: acetate vase design, marble games and handling box.
Cost
Kiln fusing. £5.25 per pupil
Glass engraving OR Glass painting. £3.75 per pupil
Please note: There is a minimal charge of £45 per session.
How to make a booking
To make a booking please contact us using the details below. the booking form can be downloaded from the bottom of the page.
Contact Us
Telephone: 01384 811638
Email: Red House Glass Cone
Address: High Street, Wordsley, Stourbridge, DY8 8AZ
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