workshop Original Murano Glass OMG®

Experience Murano as a protagonist

Have you ever seen glass come to life under the hands of a master glassmaker?
With our exclusive workshop in Murano, you can witness the creation of blown glass and experience firsthand the thrill of shaping the glowing material.

Glass workshop experience

Glass blowing experience

Private session

An authentic experience in Murano

Get an up-close look at the art of glassmaking: watch master glassmakers at work, listen to the story of an age-old tradition, and actively participate with your own hands. Choose the workshop that’s right for you from the available experiences.

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Glass workshop experience

This is an exciting hands-on workshop lasting about 45 minutes (including 20 minutes of hot glass making), ideal for anyone who wants to experience the craft of a true Murano glass master.

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Blown glass experience

Discover the ancient art of Murano glassblowing in our workshop on the island of Murano. During a 2-3 hour session you will create your own personal masterpiece under the guidance of a Master glassblower.

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Private sesison

Together with our masters, you will design your own glass creation-choosing colors, shapes and style-and decide whether to participate in the process or simply observe. A unique opportunity to explore the craft.

Original Murano Glass OMG®

An authentic legacy that lives on in the present

Original Murano Glass OMG® was founded on the island of Murano to preserve and share the Venetian glassmaking tradition. In our spaces – furnace, showroom and laboratory – the history of glass comes to life through the hands of master glassmakers and the direct experience of visitors.

Useful information:

Available languages

Italian, English, French, German.

Booking

Mandatory, at least 24 hours in advance.

Minimum age

14 years (accompanied by an adult).

A look inside the furnace

Real images, taken during our workshops: authentic moments when glass takes shape and experience becomes memory.

Why participate in our workshops

An authentic experience that goes beyond a visit: in our workshops you experience Murano from the inside, through the warmth of the furnace and the knowledge of its masters.
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Discover the art of live glassmaking

Witness glassmaking in a real Murano furnace, observing traditional techniques handed down for centuries.

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Participate in the first person

In the workshops you will be able to interact with master glassmakers, try small working gestures and understand the magic of glass up close.

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Take home an authentic memory

Each experience is designed to leave you with something unique: knowledge, inspiration and-in some paths-even a small object made with your own hands.

What people who have already participated in our workshops say

Ready to experience Murano up close?

Discover all available workshops and book your experience in the heart of the glassmaking tradition.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to have artistic or technical skills to participate in the workshop?

Absolutely not! The workshop is designed for everyone, even those new to the world of glass. Our master glassmakers will guide you step by step through an engaging and safe experience.

How long does the workshop last and what does it include?

The duration depends on the workshop you choose, and includes a live glassblowing demonstration, explanations of the Murano tradition, and a practical test. You will also receive a certificate of participation at the end.

Where does the workshop take place and how can I get there?

The workshop takes place at our furnace in Murano, easily accessible from Venice by vaporetto lines 4.1, 4.2 or 7 (stop: Murano Faro). Once booked, you will receive by email all the instructions to get there conveniently.