Museum of Glass at night

Ways to Give

Your gift helps present world-class exhibitions, keeps our glass furnaces burning, and enables the Museum to offer programming that benefits all.

Museum of Glass serves as a vital artistic resource for Tacoma and is a must-see destination for thousands who travel from around the world to witness live glassmaking and experience the beauty of the Museum’s pioneering exhibitions.

Your support helps us build on what makes us distinctive and relevant while providing a transformative experience for our visitors and a sustained impact on our community. With your help, we can further our mission to ignite creativity, fuel discovery, and enrich lives through glass and glassmaking.

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2026 Capital Campaign

Our vision to build new, state-of-the-art galleries and the Lino Tagliapietra Legacy Gallery requires transformational philanthropy to succeed, and the Museum is still in the process of fundraising for this project. This is an opportunity for visionary donors to become a part of our legacy and ensure its prominence for generations to come.

Give to the 2026 Capital Campaign β†’

Set Up a Recurring Gift

Increase your impact by joining our monthly giving program. Your contribution - no matter the size - is vital to the Museum’s mission. With every recurring gift, you help ignite creativity, fuel discovery, and enrich lives through glass and glassmaking.

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Fuel Their Fire

Sponsor an artist in the Museum’s Hot Shop! A Visiting Artist Residency at Museum of Glass allows artists to experiment and work with our world-renowned Hot Shop Team, which often results in a new body of work.

Learn more about Fuel Their Fire β†’

Annual Fund

Throughout the year, Museum of Glass conducts a fundraising initiative in support Museum operations, including exhibitions, the Hot Shop, and educational programs.

Make a gift to the Annual Fund β†’

Fundraising Events

Museum of Glass hosts several special programs and events throughout the year. Your attendance and support at these fundraisers contributes greatly to the Museum’s programming and operational needs.

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Partnerships and Sponsorships

Through a variety of programs, Museum of Glass strives to enrich lives through glass and glassmaking. Partnerships and sponsorships are available for programs, as well as exhibitions, events, and more.

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More Ways to Give

Looking for other ways to become involved? Contact Melinda Longabaugh in our Development Department today. For inquiries about planned giving, please click here.