At the country's largest stained glass manufacturer, Spectrum Glass, located 45 minutes east of Seattle in Woodinville, old-world methods merge with modern technology. Plan for an hour tour and wear long pants. Tours are offered Monday through Friday. Children must be at least 10 years old. Call 425-483-6699.

New Morning Glass Studio is similar to a small European glasshouse where all pieces are mouth-blown, hand-formed and signed by the artists. Located on Highway 27, in the center of Palouse, 15 minutes north of Pullman. Open Tuesday-Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Also Saturday 10 a.m to 4 p.m. To learn the art of glass blowing, call 509-878-8425 or toll-free at 1-866-888-8425.

The Works Gallery at the Bronze Works, in Tacoma, features fine art casting. Open for individual and group tours during regular business hours. Call 360-427-3857 for information to schedule tours to see casting.

Located on the north bank of the Columbia River in the historic downtown district of Vancouver, Firehouse Glass is a state-of-the-art glassblowing studio and gallery housed in the circa 1906 Vancouver National Bank Building. Firehouse Glass provides education in the various disciplines of glass working including blowing, fusing, casting, and etching for the novice to master levels. Visitors and groups can schedule appointments to see demonstrations including visiting artists demonstrations and gallery shows. Contact 360-695-2660 or online at www.firehouseglass.com.

The Wildfire Glass Studio is an open air glass blowing studio that offers a hands-on opportunity to experience and learn about glass art. Demonstration and classes (even for beginners) are offered. For more information visit www.wildfireglassblowing.com.