Glassworks Tour
Overview
Take a behind-the-scenes tour of the Glassworks. Visitors will uncover how this iconic building played a vital role in the development of Australia’s planned capital city and how it has evolved into an internationally recognised glass-making centre. The tour will explore questions such as:
What is the history of the Kingston Powerhouse, and why was it built?
How many ways can we make glass?
What is the chemistry of glass and how does that affect its colour?
How do different temperatures affect glass?
Are there sustainable ways of using glass as a material at the Glassworks?
For more information or to make a booking, contact the Public Programs Manager, Wendy Dawes via the email and phone contacts.
“Hidden Gem”
Reviewed 4mos ago by Dumby TThe glassworks is a cool old building full of craftspeople doing interesting things. There is a viewing area to watch the glass being made, where you can see the craftspeople blowing and shaping the...
Read the full review on TripAdvisor“Poor customer service.”
Reviewed 6mos ago by C0nferencedelegateAfter the three e-reminders and fronting up at 10.45am to be ready for the 11am tour, I was told to "take a seat and the tour guide will be with you at 11 o'clock...". At 11:00 I approached the front...
Read the full review on TripAdvisor“Lift my glass in salute”
Reviewed 7mos ago by Frank FIf visiting Canberra put the Glassworks on the top of your list of attractions. The facility is housed in a refurbished power station with incredible heavy duty architecture still present. The...
Read the full review on TripAdvisorTour Types
- Half Day or Less
Tour Formats
- Large Group Tour
- On-site Experience
- Private Tour
- Small Group Tour
