The museum is housed in the same complex as a glassworks that has remained active for over 300 years.
The collection includes samples of glass manufactured specifically for aristocratic courts in the 19th century.
Novosad & Son is recognized as the oldest privately operating glass factory in the world.
The museum exhibits items produced using traditional glass-cutting techniques that date back to the early 18th century.
The site operates a historic coal-fired furnace, which is a rarity in modern glass production.
The Museum of Glass in Harrachov is located within the historic Novosad & Son glassworks, which has been in continuous operation since 1712. It houses a collection of over 5,000 items illustrating the evolution of Czech glassmaking through the centuries. Visitors can view historical displays alongside a functional glass-blowing workshop. The museum is part of the oldest privately owned glassworks in the Czech Republic. Exhibits document the production techniques of local artisans and the export history of the Harrachov brand. The collection includes rare pieces from the 18th, 19th, and 20th centuries. It serves as a living record of the Krkonoše region’s industrial heritage.
The glass-blowing workshop floor offers the most dynamic visuals of molten glass being shaped.
Combine your museum visit with a factory tour to see the glass-blowing process in action.
Visit the onsite shop to purchase authentic glass pieces directly from the source.
Check the daily glass-blowing schedule upon arrival to ensure you do not miss live demonstrations.
Do not mistake the showroom shop for the museum; ensure you follow signs specifically for the museum collection.
The glassworks may have modified operations during public holidays; check for potential short-term closures of the manufacturing floor.
Do not touch the glass exhibits; maintain a safe distance from active work areas in the glassworks.
