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Craft a Lasting Tribute with Duluth's Memorial Nightlight Class - Duluth

Craft a Lasting Tribute with Duluth's Memorial Nightlight Class

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Difficulty

easy

Duration

1 hour

Fitness Level

Suitable for all fitness levels; requires only standing for short periods.

Overview

Create a personalized glass nightlight that honors a loved one in Duluth’s intimate Memorial Nightlight Class. Discover how this heartfelt art experience offers a lasting tribute with expert guidance and meaningful creativity.

Duluth, Minnesota

Memorial Nightlight Class - Honor your loved one with light

Memorial Nightlight

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About This Adventure

Create a heartfelt tribute in our Memorial Nightlight Class, where you'll craft a unique glass nightlight that reflects the love and memories of a special person. Guided by skilled instructors, personalize your piece with colors and textures, ensuring a lasting reminder that keeps their light shining bright.

Create a Memorial Paperweight to Remember Your Loved One

Honor and cherish the memory of a loved one with a memorial glass paperweight. Our experienced artists at Lake Superior Art Glass will guide you through the process of creating a beautiful, hand-blown glass paperweight infused with the ashes of your loved one. This unique and heartfelt experience allows you to create a tangible and lasting tribute that will hold a special place in your heart.

Memorial Paperweight Process During the session, you will have the opportunity to participate in the creation of your memorial paperweight. Our skilled glassblowers will assist you in selecting up to two colors of glass, which can be incorporated into your design. You will then take part in the intricate glassblowing process, as your chosen colors and the ashes are carefully combined into molten glass. With the help of our artists you will shape the piece into a perfectly rounded paperweight, encapsulating the memory of your loved one forever.

Each participant will make one paperweight during the session, which will be professionally annealed and ready for pickup or shipping once cooled. This personalized experience ensures that the finished product is not only a piece of art but a meaningful reminder of your loved one’s life.

Whether you're creating the paperweight for yourself or as a gift, our memorial glass paperweight is a timeless way to celebrate and honor the life of someone special.

Adventure Tips

Reserve Early

Small group sizes mean spots fill quickly; book your session in advance to secure your place.

Bring Cremains With Care

If incorporating cremains, bring a small, well-sealed container to ensure safe handling during glasswork.

Wear Comfortable Clothing

Glassblowing involves heat—light, breathable fabrics with closed-toe shoes keep you comfortable and safe.

Allow Time for Cooling

Finished pieces are annealed and cooled before pickup or shipping, so plan ahead for when to collect your nightlight.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • Common loons on Lake Superior
  • Bald eagles soaring overhead

History

Duluth's Canal Park area features shipping heritage and the iconic Aerial Lift Bridge, blending maritime history with natural beauty.

Conservation

The studio practices sustainable glassworking techniques and encourages responsible material use to minimize environmental impact.

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Recommended Gear

Closed-toe Shoes

Essential

Protect your feet from heat and debris during glassblowing.

Lightweight Long Sleeves

Essential

Shield your skin from heat and sparks while staying comfortable indoors.

Sealed Container for Cremains

Keeps ashes secure and easy to handle during the class if you choose to include them.

Camera or Smartphone

Capture your creative process and finished nightlight for lasting memories.