Workhouse Arts Center - Glasshouse

Workhouse Arts Center - Glasshouse Building 7 of the Workhouse Arts Center - dedicated to glass! The Glasshouse now has a retail supply store open to the public.

The Workhouse Arts Center Glass Program is a collective and highly interactive environment with the goal of the promotion of the Glass Arts through research, education and outreach. The Glass program housed in Building W-7 at the Workhouse is a fully equipped facility with a kiln room, cold-working room, flame working classroom and a multi-purpose flat working room used for instructional purposes

in fusing, stained glass and glass casting. We also have two sand-blasting units, 9 table-top bench mini-cc torches, a fully stocked store, and extensive shelving and workspace(s) in each classroom. Our studio facility is also currently home to 6 resident glass artists who occupy one of our 9 private or shared studio spaces, and whose works range from the functional to the sculptural. The facility also houses our retail glass gallery for the exhibition and sale of resident artists' artworks. The Workhouse Glass program offers a variety of classes for ages 13 and up in kiln casting and forming, glass jewelry, fusing, stained glass, flameworking (borosilicate and soft glass) and bead making. Our Instructor are emerging pre-professional or professional glass artists and/or glass art educators. As is our goal with all of our visual arts classes, each student is given individual attention and provided with a wide array of philosophies and techniques for accomplishing their individual goals and complementing their work in glass. We have a full range of art glass for sale. Everyone will love the selection of Bullseye 90 COE sheet glass, frits, powders, stringers and dichroic coated glass. Flame workers will find a large selection of Effrette, Creation is Messy and Double Helix. A large selection of Schott borosilicate Rods and Tubes in various sizes are stocked at all times. We carry an assortment of Northstar and Glass Alchemy color rods.

Someone say Fireworks?! šŸ”„ā¤ļøšŸ¤šŸ’™šŸ’„
06/03/2026

Someone say Fireworks?! šŸ”„ā¤ļøšŸ¤šŸ’™šŸ’„

Get Ready to LIGHT UP THE NIGHT at the RED, WHITE & BOOM Annual Workhouse Fireworks Festival!

Join us on Saturday, June 27th, (4 PM to 9:30 PM) for Northern Virginiaā€™s most spectacular fireworks celebration! This unforgettable experience promises an afternoon and evening filled with live music, entertainment, delicious food, and a family-friendly carnival-style midway. Free to attend. Cost to Park!!

Click on this link in your browser, visit our website and/or story: https://www.workhousearts.org/fireworks

What to Expect:
- Explosive Fireworks: Watch the sky light up with dazzling displays that will leave you in awe.
- Live Music & Entertainment: Groove to amazing performances that will keep the energy high.
- Delicious Food & Drinks: Savor mouth-watering treats from local vendors that will tantalize your taste buds.
- Family-Friendly Fun: Enjoy a carnival-style midway packed with games and activities for all ages.

Follow These Easy Steps to Secure Your Parking Spot!
- Regular Fireworks Parking: $35 available from June 14th - June 26th, 2026
- Day-Of Fireworks Parking: $40 on June 27th, 2026

Donā€™t miss out on the excitement! Grab your tickets, spread the word, and letā€™s make this festival a night to remember!

Make sure you plan ahead to enjoy an unforgettable evening filled with fireworks, fun, and festivities!

What are you most excited about for the festival?

The ā€œGrowing Glass: Instructor Honor Rollā€ exhibition is amazing! Weā€™re lucky to have such talented artists share their ...
05/23/2026

The ā€œGrowing Glass: Instructor Honor Rollā€ exhibition is amazing! Weā€™re lucky to have such talented artists share their passion and creativity over the years. Join us for the reception on Saturday, June 13 from 6-9pm. Artists will be in the ā€˜House to talk about their works. Show runs through June 2026. Come take a look!

In celebration of Handwork 2026, Workhouse resident artists, Candi Durusu and Sandi Martina are curating an invitational...
05/09/2026

In celebration of Handwork 2026, Workhouse resident artists, Candi Durusu and Sandi Martina are curating an invitational exhibit titled, ā€œGrowing Glass: Instructor Honor Roll.ā€ The focus of this exhibition is to honor artists who have generously shared their talents and knowledge through workshops and classes in the Glasshouse since itā€™s opening in 2008.

Handwork: Celebrating American Craft 2026 is a nationwide semiquincentennial initiative showcasing the importance of handmade, throughout history and in contemporary life. The Workhouse Arts Center is excited to be participating in this unique event. Check out the exhibition during our Second Saturday Art Walk this evening from 6-9pm. Candi will be in the W7 Glasshouse to show you around!

Summer 2026 registration dates!
05/04/2026

Summer 2026 registration dates!

Mark your calendars!!
Summer class registration begins May 11thāœØšŸŽØ

Registration is almost open, with classes in ceramics, glass, and visual arts for all skill levels! Whether you're looking to try something new or build your craft, there's a place for you in the studio this summerā˜€ļø

Check out oil painter and fused glass student, Gary Spellmanā€™s featured show, Hues & Fused in W10ā€™s gallery. Exhibit run...
04/16/2026

Check out oil painter and fused glass student, Gary Spellmanā€™s featured show, Hues & Fused in W10ā€™s gallery. Exhibit runs through May 2026. Incredible works, Gary! Nice use of the glass crates too!

Spring classes starts next week in the Glasshouse! A spot has opened up in Advanced Glass Fusing, 7 weeks, Thursday afte...
04/02/2026

Spring classes starts next week in the Glasshouse! A spot has opened up in Advanced Glass Fusing, 7 weeks, Thursday afternoon from 1-4pm. Two spots open in Beginner-Intermediate Glass Fusing, 5 weeks, Thursday evening from 7-10pm. Sign up now! Letā€™s kick glass!

03/27/2026

Spring is in the air, and thereā€™s no better time to get creativešŸŒ»

Spring quarter at the Workhouse Arts Center begins April 6th, and our studios are getting ready to welcome artists of all levels. Whether youā€™ve been wanting to try something new, build your skills, or get back into a creative routine, this is your chance! From hands on classes to inspiring instructors, thereā€™s something here for everyone!

Enrollment is already open and classes are filling quickly, so donā€™t wait to claim your spot! Visit our website to enroll today!

More winter fusing fun! The snow didnā€™t stop us, much! ā˜ƒļø
03/24/2026

More winter fusing fun! The snow didnā€™t stop us, much! ā˜ƒļø

Winter Session fusing fun in the Glasshouse! Spring has sprung! Register now for Spring classes staring Monday, April 6!...
03/24/2026

Winter Session fusing fun in the Glasshouse! Spring has sprung! Register now for Spring classes staring Monday, April 6! More photos to come ā€¦šŸŒ»

Bring glassblowing back to the Workhouse! Help Fire Up the Furnace!
03/17/2026

Bring glassblowing back to the Workhouse! Help Fire Up the Furnace!

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9601 Ox Road, Bldg W
Lorton, VA
22079

Opening Hours

Wednesday 11am - 6pm
Thursday 11am - 6pm
Friday 11am - 6pm
Saturday 11am - 6pm
Sunday 12pm - 5pm

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