Canberra Glassworks

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Canberra Glassworks
11 Wentworth Avenue
Kingston, Canberra ACT 2604

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Built and funded by the ACT Government, Canberra Glassworks is Australia's only cultural centre that is wholly dedicated to contemporary glass art.At its core Canberra Glassworks is a working Glassworks that provides access to glassmaking facilities for glass artists.Australia has developed an enviable reputation nationally and internationally for the quality and skill of its glass artists. By providing essential equipment, space and development opportunities through the Canberra Glassworks the ACT Government is giving these artists, and those that follow, opportunities to grow and further develop their glass practice, and to further contribute to this very special local industry.Canberra Glassworks provides artists with state-of-the-art equipmentintensive workshops taught by leading glass artistsstudios and mentorship programsand a unique context to explore, develop and realise new work.Canberra Glassworks also provides diverse opportunities for visitors to interact with and learn about glass making and the heritage of Canberra's Kingston Powerhouse. Visitors can meet artists, see glassmaking as it happens, view exhibitions, take tours and have a hands-on experience working with glass.Canberra Glassworks was officially opened by Mr Jon Stanhope MLA, ACT Chief Minister and Minister for the Arts, on 25 May 2007.open to the public10am-4pm Wednesday - Sundaymanagement office9am-5pm Monday - Friday

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