Corning Museum of Glass Admission Tickets

Overview

From children looking for an adventure to artists looking for inspiration, there is something for everyone at The Corning Museum of Glass. Located in the heart of the Finger Lakes region of Upstate New York, the Museum is halfway between Niagara Falls and New York City.

Live demonstrations!

City: Rochester

Wed 25 Dec

Other dates

You can choose the date already on the booking website

Starting at $20.00

Make a reservation

Wed 25 Dec

Starting at $20.00

Make a reservation

New York City Tours

Unique Activities (21) Transfers & Transportation (103) Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises (113) Entry Tickets (47) Sporting Events (1) Good for Small Groups (6) Seasonal & Holiday Tours (41) Walking Tours (697) Outdoor Activities (20) Limitied Availability Tours (6) LGBT Friendly Tours (4) Family-friendly Activities (7) Solo Travelers' Tours (147) Food & Drinks (27) Travelers recommend (73) Good for Groups (8) Top Activities (18) Guided Audio Tours (3) Art, Culture & History (135) Attractions to explore (38)

What's Included

Admission ticket valid for 2 consecutive days

Route and map

Meeting point

Open in Google Maps

Corning
1 Museum Way,

VOUCHER IS VALID ON PRINTED TRAVEL DATE ONLY

GETTING TO CORNING MUSEUM OF GLASS

The Corning Museum of Glass is nestled in the heart of the picturesque Finger Lakes region of upstate New York, where you'll find many activities and attractions to create a memorable weekend or week-long vacation.Visit Corningfingerlakes.com or fingerlakes.org for more info.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
A typical museum visit is approximately 3-4 hours, but you can spend as much time as you’d like and return the following day with this 2-day ticket
Free admission for customers age 17 and under
Explore Contemporary Art + Design on GlassApp. Connect on your own smartphone or on iPads in the galleries
Face masks provided for travellers
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas

What To Expect

Corning Museum of Glass

Showcasing more than 3,500 years of glassmaking history, the Corning Museum of Glass features nearly 50,000 pieces of classic and contemporary glass art and objects. See works ranging from a small Egyptian pharaoh head to an enormous Tiffany window, and discover the wonder and artistry behind glassmaking. Explore the stunning day-lit Contemporary Art + Design Wing, which houses the best of the last 25 years in glass, and a 500-seat Amphitheater Hot Shop, a space dedicated to live glass demos and design sessions. See glass created before your eyes during a live, narrated Hot Glass Demo, and be inspired to experience glassmaking for yourself during a Make Your Own Glass workshop, with projects for all ages. Choose from fused picture frames and suncatchers, sandblasted drinking glasses, flameworked beads, pulled-glass flowers, delicate blown ornaments, and seasonal projects (additional fee). You can also search the gift shops for handmade glass treasures or grab a bite at the museum cafe. Spend as much time as you'd like at the museum touring at your own pace, and return the next day if you didn't get enough!

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Traveler Photos

Reviews (361)

Open in Google Maps

Peter K

Jun 2019

We visited here on 6/1 and 6/2/19 for a total of 6 hours. It's a fun and informative place. We thought the demos (glass blowing (Hot shop and Innovation Hot shop areas), glass breaking and flameworking glass molding(both in the Innovation Center) were great. We loved the Heineman Gallery (modern glass), the contemporary Art and design section and the modern section (Tiffany and art deco) section of the 35 Centuries of glass. The Innovation area with information on fiber optics, pyrex, fiberglass and the various types of safety/tempered glass was fascinating. Note: You park in a lot about 1/4 miles (5 to 7 min.) from the museum and can walk or be shuttled to the museum. There is no charge (as of 6/1/19) for parking, it's part of your admission fee. The one thing we wish the museum did was sell the demo pieces in the gift shop. We recommend visiting this museum.

Response from Host

Jul 2019

Hi Peter! It sounds like you enjoyed your time here through our galleries and live demonstrations. It's also great to hear that you took advantage of our two consecutive days of admission that comes with every ticket. The benefit of not selling the demo works in The Shops is it gives our Hot Glass team more creative freedom and that some demos end with lucky audience member winning one of the works. You can still find locally made works in The Shops, including some made by glassblowers and flameworkers that work at the Museum. Do not forget that in addition to our discounts (AAA, Military ID, College ID and 62+) Kids and Teens 17 and Under are free. Thank you for your review!

Debra Y

Jun 2019

This was my first visit to this location, was at their museum 20 years ago, also 55 years ago. Probably why I have always liked glass. Spent a few hours and if you read everything you could spend several more. Very nice displays and demonstrations. Wish I lived closer I would go more often............. My only shock / complaint was in the end at the gift shop many items were from another country. You go to Corning Glass in NY to get Corning Glass from NY.

Response from Host

Jul 2019

Hi Debra! It's great to hear that we may have inspired your interest in glass. As the Museum strives to transform the world's understanding of glass and it's an internationally used material, it makes sense for us to sell glass objects from all around the world in The Shops. Still, over half of our offerings in The Shops are made in the United States; this includes Pyrex, Steuben, and glass objects made by local artisans. Thanks for leaving a review and visiting us!

nobelbn

Jun 2019

There is much to see in this museum so plan to spend some time. We were there for about 4 hours and could have spent a couple more. There are several"art" galleries that were well visited.(sorry but I not an art conesur so will not comment on them.) There were also some more science-oriented exhibits that are very well done. From learning how to blow glass to cutting and polishing and even breaking glass - there is something for everyone. There is even a "glass" car!!! The gift shop also has a lot to look at and much of it at a very reasonable price. Food at the GlassMarket Cafe was very good and nicely presented, although a bit pricey.

Response from Host

Jul 2019

Thanks for visiting and for leaving a review! We're delighted to hear that you had a great day here. We really strive to have something for everyone whether it is in our galleries, live demonstrations, or even our gift shop so it is great to hear that you think we accomplished this. We do offer a variety of discounts for AAA members, Students, 62+, and Military, including free admission for Active Military and their families all summer long as a Blue Star Museum. We are open year-round and hope you come back to see us again soon!