Interactive glassmaking experiences
The museum also offers glassmaking activities and a demonstration furnace,
where you can try the work of real glassmakers firsthand.
Discover the world of glassmaking
craft and art
Tue–Sun
09.00–17.00
Walk among fascinating exhibits and discover the stories behind their creators. Our museum collection features more than 300 artworks, including the largest collection of glass by Bořek Šípek. Thanks to the museum’s close connection to the glass studio, visitors can watch master glassmakers at work.
Museum Day
23 May | 10:00–16:00
We warmly invite you to visit our museum, which has recently undergone an extensive renovation of its exhibition spaces. You can look forward to works by Petr Novotný and his students, the largest collection of glass by Bořek Šípek, and a selection of pieces created within the International Glass Symposia. A craft workshop will run throughout the day, during which you can make your own glass from a wine bottle.
1st floor
Petr Novotný's Journey Through Glass
The first floor offers visitors a unique journey through glass by the legendary glassmaker Petr Novotný. The exhibition presents his early works and pieces by leading Czech glass artists such as René and Miluše Roubíček or Jiří Šuhájek. Furthermore, you can find works from the Ajeto glassworks, which he co-founded with Bořek Šípek and Libor Fafala, including designs by Bořek Šípek and his own glass creations. The exhibition also includes works by his students, such as the world-renowned glass sculptor Martin Janecký, Jiří Pačínek, or Rob Stern, and original pieces from glass shows regularly held at Novotný Glass.
2nd floor
Petr Novotný's Private Collection
The second floor showcases the private collection of Petr Novotný, consisting mainly of gifts and acquisitions from his glassmaking friends, as well as works created in collaboration at the Ajeto glassworks. Among the many artists, we can mention Dale Chihuly, Peter Layton, James Mongrain, or Michael Behrens. Alongside well-known names, the museum also features prestigious glass trophies and awards, including those created for events such as the Tour de France, the Prague Marathon, and the Thalia Awards presented by the Actors’ Association to leading Czech artists in theatre, opera, and ballet.
Souvenir shop
You can take a piece of the glassmaking world home from your visit in our sales section. Here you can find tableware glass, souvenirs, our brand's merch, and glassmaking literature.
Tickets
Admission is voluntary
Opening hours
Tue–Sun
09.00–17.00