Hours: Weekdays 10-6. Weekends 11-5.


All Day

Glassblown Pumpkin Experience

Celebrate Fall at the Hot Shops and create your own glass pumpkin! One of our instructors will assist you in making your very own glass pumpkin. You will get to […]

Glassblowing Experiences and Workshops for Oct.

Crystal Forge 1301 Nicholas St., Omaha

Schedule a Glassblowing Experience, or a Workshop for Two and get a feel for the heat by getting close to the action! Glassblowing Experience One of our instructors will assist […]

Day of the Dead Exhibition

Hallway Gallery

Oct. 6-31 Hallway Gallery Opening Reception Oct. 14, 5-8 p.m. Featuring the work of 28 Hot Shops Resident Artists. Artwork includes, jewelry, glass, painting, wood, clay, fiber, wax, and more.

Intro to Borosilicate Glass Torchwork

Crystal Forge 1301 Nicholas St., Omaha

Torchworking is a method of heating and shaping glass over a torch to create beads, paperweights, small sculptures, and more. In this two hour class, students will learn to work […]

ISGB Gathering

We are excited to host the International Society of Glass Beadmakers in Omaha for their annual conference! Presentations, Workshops, Bead Bazaar, Vendors, Exhibition & Social Activities. Public events will include […]

Gelli Printing 101

Hot Shops Studio 309 1301 Nicholas St., NE

Learn everything you need to start monoprinting on a gelatin plate! In this class I will teach you everything you need to know about gelatin plates, the paints to use, […]

POSTPONED Art in the Park: Raku

Heartland of America Park 800 Douglas St., Omaha

POSTPONED DUE TO WEATHER Experience the ancient art of Raku pottery with the natural beauty of the downtown Omaha parks! You will have the opportunity to glaze an individual pot […]


Check the details of each Gallery Exhibition listing for any opening/closing receptions or special event details.


Interested in renting our galleries for an exhibit?

The Nicholas Street Gallery rents for $600/month. The Hallway Gallery rents for $300/month.
The Event Space can be used for pop up shows. Contact the office for more details at info@hotshopsartcenter.org