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Teen Programs

The Corning Museum of Glass offers exciting programs to help young people develop interpersonal and professional skills - while having a great time with their peers. Below are after-school and summer programs for teens. Check out our Studio classes for glassmaking courses perfect for teens.

Explainer in the Glass Collection Gallery

High School and College Students - Are you interested in working at The Corning Museum of Glass during the summer? Would you like to interact with visitors of all ages and teach them about Corning’s rich heritage and the art, history, science, and technology of glass?  If so, apply to be a part of...

Students in 8th grade through 12th grade are invited to join our after-school program. Learn what happens behind the scenes at the world’s best glass museum and curate an exhibition that will be viewed by thousands of visitors from around the world. Each week, the students learn about the art,...

Family Matter - Jill Reynolds

Become a Junior Scientist at The Corning Museum of Glass. Explore the role of a scientist through hands-on investigation. Students in Grades 7 through 9 are invited to join museum educators, local scientists, and glassworking experts to discover glass properties and processes and to conduct...

The Education Department of The Corning Museum of Glass is seeking volunteers for the 2012 summer season. We are looking for students entering grades 8-10 who want to volunteer in a creative and fun environment. Students must be willing to commit to volunteer Monday- Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.,...

Beginning Flameworking for Teens

Students will be introduced to flameworking techniques, using both hard and soft glasses. Instruction will focus on basic processes and safety for shaping hot glass. Teens, ages 14 – 16, with no glassworking experience can dive into these five-day, hands-on opportunities to work with molten glass....

Beginning Glassblowing for Teens

Instruction will focus on basic processes and safety for shaping hot glass. Students will develop teamworking skills while working in the hot shop. Teens, ages 14 – 16, with no glassworking experience can dive into these five-day, hands-on opportunities to work with molten glass. Each class runs...