Glass Making Workshop (Two sessions) at Carrickfergus Museum & Civic Centre, Carrickfergus on Sat 17 Feb
Glass Making Workshop (Two sessions) at Carrickfergus Museum & Civic Centre, Carrickfergus on Sat 17 Feb
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Sat 17 Feb 2024 at 10:00AM

Glass Making Workshop (Two sessions)

by Positive Carrickfergus

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Carrickfergus Museum & Civic Centre, Carrickfergus

    

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ABOUT THIS EVENT

Two-part glass making workshop

Carrickfergus Museum

17th & 24th February

In this this two-part workshop, participants will make a unique fused glass piece. You will:

  • Learn about the science and history of glass from its beginnings through to the likely provenance of the local glass on display 
  • Discuss modern glass and how that differs
  • See/feel firsthand the science and explore the chemistry behind glass fusion/reaction
  • Learn to cut and place the glass ready for firing, including techniques such as the sgrafitto technique (as seen in the museum)

Please note – you need to attend both sessions 

Cost: £40

Delivered in partnership with Positive Carrickfergus

 

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DATE

Sat 17 February 2024
10:00AM - 1:00PM
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LOCATION

Carrickfergus Museum & Civic Centre
11 Antrim St
Carrickfergus
BT38 7DG
United Kingdom

AGE RESTRICTION

Attendees must be aged 16 or older. A valid, government issued photographic ID is required for entry.