Crafting Northern Art with Upcycled Glassware
Experience the magic of upcycled glass creations inspired by Canada's wild beauty
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Save big and help the planet with our stunning, recycled Glassware.
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Discover unique glass art pieces crafted from recycled wine bottles, each with a touch of the North

Old Town Glassworks
We specializes in upcycling discarded glass into exquisite functional art inspired by Canada’s northern wildlife and natural beauty.
We are a worker-owned cooperative nestled in the heart of Yellowknife, Northwest Territories. We have been at the forefront of environmental stewardship for over a quarter of a century. With a deep-seated commitment to the principles of rethink, reduce, reuse, and recycle, we transform used and discarded bottles into stunning glassware since 1994, embodying our dedication to cleaner environment and a more sustainable future.
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Khalesah Alli2025-03-31Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My sisters and I did the glass workshop with Matthew which was an amazing experience that was both educational and creative. Matthew is an astounding inventor and his makeshift machines are awe-worthy. He guided us through the design process very patiently and gave us tips and tricks to get the best results. There are so many stencil designs to choose from and you can mix and match them to be as creative as you’d like. There are a variety of glass objects to select from including vases, tall and short glasses, and soap dispensers. Their main office also has ready made glass pieces and various artwork available for purchase as well. We had a great time and made the perfect souvenir to take home! Janis Kudlac2025-03-27Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had a wonderful time making our custom etched glasses. They were easy & fun to create, with a wide variety of stencils available. Matthew was so patient & helpful, and we loved listening to his stories about Yellowknife. Z T2025-03-19Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. 很棒的體驗,可以製作一份屬於自己黃刀鎮的回憶(˶ˊᵕˋ˵) 記得要先在網站上預約體驗,空間比較小有人數限制!如果英文不太好聽解說時會有點吃力~但整體還是快樂的體驗! Christine Novitsky2025-03-09Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. LOVED the Glassworks workshop! Matthew told us about lots of unique things he’s done and how they are focused on sustainability. Very interesting and unique tour. Creating our own glass pieces was very fun and they turned out amazing. I highly recommend this tour to anyone looking to do something unique, interesting, and fun in Yellowknife. Paula Gosse2025-03-07Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The glass etching workshop at Old Town Glassworks was one of the highlights of our trip to Yellowknife! Such a unique concept and a great message of sustainability. The workshop was so fun and we will cherish our handmade pieces forever. Thanks Matthew for the amazing experience. We’d love to come back one day. H N Kumar Vasa2025-02-23Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Been there early 2020! Quite an experience, unique! Trigg Russell2025-01-23Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I had an amazing experience at Old Town Glassworks in Yellowknife! The opportunity to create my own glassware was truly unforgettable. The lesson was incredibly informative, and the staff made sure I felt comfortable and supported throughout the entire process. I learned so much about the "The 4 Rs", and it was so satisfying to see my own piece come to life. If you’re looking for a unique and hands-on experience, I highly recommend visiting Old Town Glassworks. I’ll definitely be back! Doreen Marier2024-10-10Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We completed a workshop with Matthew. He was a fantastic host, advocate for his cause, and so friendly. My husband and I had a great time and loved our pieces in the end 진지우연2024-09-18Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. 재활용 유리컵 만들기 워크샵으로 방문했었습니다. 유리를 재활용하는 방식을 처음부터 끝까지 설명해주셨는데, 원시적이고 직관적인 공법이라 정말 재밌었어요. 오로라 투어 후 집으로 돌아가기전에, 오로라와 관련된 기념품을 제 손으로 직접 만들 수 있는 것도 좋았고, 그 방식이 재활용을 이용한 물건인 것도 뜻깊어서 좋았습니다! Jasmine Fulks2024-09-15Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. This was a one of a kind experience. I really enjoyed the designing of my own glasses and also enjoyed the tour and information given. Matthew is definitely the guy you want on your apocalypse team! So creative, so smart!Load more








