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Exhibitions & Programming


  • May 20th, 2026
    3:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Don’t miss The Bead Project Trunk Show on May 20th, from 3- 6PM

The Bead Project is a unique scholarship program at UrbanGlass that empowers economically disadvantaged women, femmes, and gender non-conforming individuals in NYC to learn glass beadmaking and entrepreneurship. Over 10 weeks, participants take part in both studio and classroom coursework where they develop skills in a variety of glass bead techniques, jewelry fabrication and design, product marketing, and practical strategies for launching a successful small business.

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  • September 4th, 2026
    6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Hot Glass Hangout is a free monthly demo series starring our multi-talented team of studio technicians, administrators and teaching artists doing what they love to do. 

Come hang with us every first Friday! See the skills and teamwork that go into shaping molten glass, meet friendly local artists and shop a pop-up Studio Sale featuring beautiful glassware and jewelry crafted by our community. Soft drinks and snacks are on the house.

This month’s featured artist: Soraya Shockley

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