Workshops
Join our exclusive workshop and unleash your creativity by turning a cherished bottle into a beautifully crafted glass that tells your story.
Book a glass workshop and come create magic
We offer glass etching workshops 5 days a week!
Tuesdays – Fridays 1:00 PM and 3:30 PM
Saturdays 12:00 PM and 2:30 PM
Contact us by email or phone if you would like to book the workshop for one person.
Workshops are approximately 2 hours long and include a brief history of our space and organization, a demonstration of a glass bottle cutting, grinding and polishing and instruction on how to stencil your own personal design on a piece of glassware. The cost of the workshop includes one piece of OTG recycled glassware, and you are welcome to etch more or bring your own glassware from home (both for a fee).
Workshop pricing :
- Adult : $95.00 + Tax
- Youth(under 16) / Senior : $85.00 + Tax
- Yellowknife Residents : $85.00 + Tax
- Studio Time (has completed a workshop in the past year for insurance purpose) : $40/hour per person + cost of glassware etched + Tax
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For further information contact us :
- Email: info@oldtownglassworks.com
- Phone: 867-669-7654
OTG Workshop & Studio Time Policies
Base capacity
Workshops are limited to 8 participants, due to limited space in our cozy studio we are unable to accommodate non-paying participants. Anyone wanting to observe a workshop or supervise a child is welcome, but as it does occupy a space, there is a fee of $30 per person + Tax.
Studio time policy
Studio Time is only for those who have completed our Glass Etching Workshop within the last 12 months and are confident with our studio space & machinery.
What people are sharing about it :
Posted on Google Hank PruimTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Fascinating place and story behind their place and glassware. Well worth a visit!Posted on Google Matt BTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. A lovely glass shop with tons of works made from recycled glasses. I also really appreciate the artwork and craftwork they had in the shopPosted on Google Chry BobaTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My friend and I had a good bit of fun making our glasses and learning about the history of this place! Our only issue was the group size. We were in the max group size of 8 with a few other pairs of people unrelated to us, and found that we were consistently pushed out of view of demonstrations and had no room at the table with the others to work on our glasses. Of course I don’t blame the workshop, as it’s a small space and the people there were equally as excited to get to participate in the experience, but it was a bit disheartening to have to stand to the side and wait for everyone to finish. I feel this would be rectified with smaller groups of maybe 6 max. Otherwise, it was an awesome experience, and I’m so happy to have gotten the chance to be a part of this during my visit.Posted on Google Natalie BermanTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We LOVED our workshop there. Full hands-on experience, even for my kid!! We took home two beautiful vases we made!Posted on Google Mike DentzauTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Truly a must stop in Yellowknife! Matthew is entertaining and his passion about re-thinking how we reuse items is inspiring.Posted on Google Hugh MacArthurTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We really enjoyed our time at Old Town Glassworks. Matthew was a excellent both as a historian of the business and as an instructor. We are very pleased with our etched glasses and it is great to see such an environmentally conscious business! Hugh MacArthurPosted on Google Julie ChenTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Had a really fun and interesting experience at this workshop, and it was awesome to leave with a custom souvenir to take home and be proud of. You get to make your own cup, mug, or vase and design your own glass etching. It was easy to follow along - you just choose your stencils and decide how you want to place them on the glass. Our instructor, Matthew, was always there to guide us and was super encouraging. He also gave me the freedom to try out some new designs, which made the experience even more enjoyable. The shop area also had some amazing designs for purchase and extra souvenirs as well!Posted on Google E PTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had the opportunity to participate in the glass workshop while in Yellowknife and are so glad we did. The workshop was informative, interesting, and overall a lot of fun. Creating our own glass pieces was a great experience, and they make wonderful souvenirs to take home. The staff are incredibly friendly and clearly passionate about what they do. We would definitely recommend this experience.Load more

















