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International Museum of Glass
International Museum of Glass Review
The showpiece of this spectacular, 2-acre combination of delicate and creative exhibits is the 500-foot-long Chihuly Bridge of Glass, a tunnel of glorious color and light that stretches above I-705. Cross it to reach the building grounds, which sit above the bay and next to a shallow reflecting pool dotted with large modern-art sculptures. Inside, you can wander with the crowds through the quiet, light-filled galleries, take a seat in the theater-like Hot Shop to watch glass-blowing artists, or try your own hand at arts and crafts in the studio. You'll also find a souvenir shop and café.
- Address: 1801 E. Dock St., Tacoma, WA 98402 | Map It
- Phone: 253/284-4750; 866/468-7386
- Cost: $12
- Hours: Late May--early Sept., Mon.--Sat. 10--5, Sun. noon--5; early Sept.--mid-May, Wed.--Sat. 10--5, Sun. noon--5
- Website: www.museumofglass.org
- Location: Tacoma
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