Foci MCGA
Glass art studio and nonprofit organization located in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Spring Into the Glass Studio: Open House 2026 — Foci | Minnesota Center for Glass Arts
Spring Into the Glass Studio: Open House 2026 — Foci | Minnesota Center for Glass Arts
Foci MCGA welcomes spring and its community into the studio, for renewal, creativity, and connection. Gather and enjoy a variety of demonstrations by local artists that explore all glass processes our studio has to offer!
Valentine’s Day Glass Activities at Foci MCGA — Foci | Minnesota Center for Glass Arts
Valentine’s Day Glass Activities at Foci MCGA — Foci | Minnesota Center for Glass Arts
Reserve your seats for exclusive Valentine’s Day glass art activities at Foci Minnesota Center for Glass Arts!
The Grand Uffda: 2026 Annual Fundraiser — Foci | Minnesota Center for Glass Arts
The Grand Uffda: 2026 Annual Fundraiser — Foci | Minnesota Center for Glass Arts
SAVE THE DATE! The Grand Uffda: 2026 Annual Fundraiser the evening of Saturday February 28, 2026 More information and ticketing coming soon to this page!
MiNHi England Artist Talk & Exhibition Reception — Foci | Minnesota Center for Glass Arts
MiNHi England Artist Talk & Exhibition Reception — Foci | Minnesota Center for Glass Arts
SAVE THE DATE! More information coming soon. This event is supported by grant funding from the Art Alliance for Contemporary Glass (AACG).
Foci MCGA at the MSP Airport — Foci | Minnesota Center for Glass Arts
Foci MCGA at the MSP Airport — Foci | Minnesota Center for Glass Arts
Glass by Hand is on view at the Airport Mall Gallery at MSP October 1, 2025 to September 30, 2026
Upcoming Event Info!
Upcoming Event Info!
Upcoming parties, exhibitions, and demonstrations at Foci Minnesota Center for Glass Arts!
Glass Art Classes
One-Day Introductory Glass Discovery Experiences
One-Day Introductory Glass Discovery Experiences
Foci MCGA’s personalized glass making experiences in Minneapolis, MN, are a fantastic introduction to working with glass as an artistic medium and learning about its numerous forms. No experience is required and all materials are provided. Participants will work with a professional glass instructor
Glassblowing Classes
Glassblowing Classes
From the first gather to a handmade cup, the Glass blowing 1 class provides a foundation for artists, students, and hobbyists to begin their glass journey!
Flameworking & Neon Classes
Flameworking & Neon Classes
This popular class is a fantastic introduction to the world of neon. Learn how to make simple and complex bends in glass tubes to create illuminated designs.
Mosaic & Stained Glass Classes
Mosaic & Stained Glass Classes
Learn to make your own glass designs in this short introductory course! The class provides an overview of cutting, shaping, and melting sheet glass in a kiln.
Kilnforming & Casting Classes
Kilnforming & Casting Classes
Learn to make your own glass designs in this short introductory course! The class provides an overview of cutting, shaping, and melting sheet glass in a kiln.
Coldworking Classes
Coldworking Classes
For people with or without glass experience, this class teaches safe, efficient, and refined Coldworking glass techniques using special equipment.
Visiting Artist Glass Workshops
Visiting Artist Glass Workshops
Youth & Teen Glass Camps
Youth & Teen Glass Camps
Bring your children for our glass blowing classes for kids in Minneapolis, MN! We offer a variety of glass classes based on age, type of object produced, and material complexity. Whether students are experimenting with glass making for the first time or have done it before and want a more advanced c
Artist Opportunities
Member Exhibition Open Call
Member Exhibition Open Call
Member and Artist Spotlight Form
Member and Artist Spotlight Form
Access Google Forms with a personal Google account or Google Workspace account (for business use).
Apply for a Class Scholarship
Apply for a Class Scholarship
Foci MCGA is committed to building and supporting a diverse and inclusive arts community open to everyone who would like to work with glass. Foci MCGA recognizes that there are deep and persistent societal, cultural, economic, and racial barriers to making art, particularly the glass medium. One way
Get Involved
Donate & Support Our Nonprofit
Donate & Support Our Nonprofit
All contributions of $1,000 or more to A Fresh Gather Capital Campaign will be recognized in the facility on Foci MCGA’s Donor Wall near the main entrance.
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Become a Member
Become a Member
Whether you are an artist or glass lover, become a member of Foci MCGA to receive exclusive savings on rental time, classes, event tickets, and more.
Contact Us
Contact Us
Community Resources
Seward Civic & Commerce Association | SCCA
Seward Civic & Commerce Association | SCCA
Black Visions Collective Minnesota
Black Visions Collective Minnesota
Reclaim The Block Minnesota
Reclaim The Block Minnesota
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