Design Your Own Ornament & Shop for Glass Art on Small Business Saturday

Support local artists and find unique holiday treasures on Small Business Saturday!

Saturday November 30, 2024

11:00am - 6:00pm

Free Public Glassblowing Demonstrations: 12:00pm-4:00pm

Design Your Own Ornament: 11:00am-6:00pm

Shop for Glass Art Gifts: Celebrate the vibrant art community of Minnesota this Small Business Saturday by exploring the world of glass art created by talented local artists. Browse a wide selection of glass art pieces from high end home decor to fun stocking stuffers and more! Items such as sculpture, jewelry, tableware, ornaments, and season treats will be available for purchase. By choosing to shop with local artists, not only do you support the growth and vitality of our community, but you also acquire pieces that hold a deeply personal touch. Make this Small Business Saturday meaningful by investing in art that not only beautifies your surroundings but supports your local glass public access facility. Join us at Foci Minnesota Center for Glass Arts as we showcase the extraordinary talents of our local artists! Gallery is open 11am-6pm Tues-Sun.

Design Your Own Glass Ornament: Sign up in-person to work with a professional glassblower to select the color of your own custom glassblown ornament! After selecting the colors and patterning, watch it get created in real time right before your eyes! $50.00/ornament. Walk-ins only. First come, first serve. Takes approx. 15 minutes. Hands-off experience. Due to glass needing to be cooled gradually in a kiln, your ornament will be ready for pickup within five days. Only offered 11/30/24 from 11am-6pm.

Watch Free Glassblowing Demonstrations: Warm up and observe glassblowing in action at the Foci MCGA hotshop! This is a great opportunity to watch professional glass artists work together to create their artwork, and gain some insight into the process. Questions are welcome. Free and open to the public. Seating is provided. 11/30/24 12pm-4pm.

Event Venue

Foci Minnesota Center for Glass Arts, 2213 Snelling Avenue, Minneapolis, United States