Important Visitor Notice

From Sunday 16 March 2025, National Glass Centre will close on Sundays.

This will bring it in line with the opening hours of other galleries and museums across the city. National Glass Centre remains open with our usual programme of exhibitions and activities Monday-Saturday.

Additionally, in line with the new opening hours, Glass Yard Café will also close on Sundays and offer a revised menu on Mondays.

Read the full statement from University of Sunderland about the planned changes:  University of Sunderland Statement

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A group of school children stand in a workshop that has by tables with art supplies on them and various pieces of equipment. An adult at the head of the circle talks to the group looking down at something in front of them.
A group of school children stand in a workshop that has by tables with art supplies on them and various pieces of equipment. An adult at the head of the circle talks to the group looking down at something in front of them.

Learn & Create with National Glass Centre & Northern Gallery for Contemporary Art

Schools & Education

Be inspired by Sunderland’s rich glassmaking heritage and contemporary artists with educational workshops for schools and home educators.

For more information on our learning programme, workshops and resources, please get in touch.

Learning enquiry

 

An adult and two school children stand next to a display of glassmaking tools. Next to them is a blue wall with information about the display. The adult and one of the children are holding a large plier-type tool by the handles demonstrating how it is used.

Self-led visits

Visit National Glass Centre for free with your group.

Let us know you’re coming by filling out our learning enquiry form, and we can provide a suggested itinerary to make sure you get the best out of your time here.

All self-guided visits must be booked in advance to avoid overlap with others.