About
The Shanghai Museum of Glass sits at 685 Changjiang West Road in the Baoshan District of Shanghai, and is also known by its Chinese name, 上海玻璃博物馆. It is a museum devoted to the art and history of glass-making, and it occupies a former glass factory, so the building itself is part of the story it tells.
What you will see
The museum brings together two strands. One is the history of glass as a craft and material. The other is contemporary glass art, presented through installations that show how the medium is used today. Visitors interested in how glass is made, and in how artists work with it now, will find both threads in the galleries.
Workshops and hands-on visits
Beyond looking, the museum offers interactive workshops, which suit visitors who want to try the craft rather than only observe it. A visit can therefore be a quiet walk through exhibits or a more active session, depending on your interest.
Who it suits
- Visitors curious about glass as an art form and as an industrial craft.
- Those who enjoy museums set in repurposed industrial buildings.
- Families and groups who want a hands-on activity alongside the displays.
- Anyone exploring the western part of Shanghai, beyond the city centre.
To check current arrangements before you go, you can call the museum on +86-21-6618-1970. Its location in Baoshan makes it a distinct outing from the city's central districts, and it works well as a single focused visit within a longer day in Shanghai.
