The predecessor of the Shanghai Glass Museum was an abandoned glass factory. With the changes of the times, traditional industries gradually faded away from the historical stage. However, the construction of the museum has brought new life to this industrial site. The Shanghai Glass Museum opened in 2011 and combined preservation with transformation to turn the original factory buildings into a cultural space filled with artistic atmosphere. On the exterior facade, the black steel structure cleverly matches with transparent glass, symbolizing the fusion of tradition and modernity, giving this building a unique beauty.

The museum's permanent exhibition systematically introduces the development process of glass, from glass products in ancient Egypt and ancient Roman times 3000 years ago to stained glass art in medieval Europe and contemporary high-tech glass materials. The exhibits include ancient vessels, sculptures, stained glass windows, and other precious cultural relics, allowing visitors to understand the applications and artistic value of glass in different civilizations. Through these exhibitions, the museum reveals that glass is not only a material for daily life but also a medium that connects history and culture.

In addition, the museum showcases the innovation and technological development of modern glass craftsmanship, such as optical glass, photovoltaic glass, and smart glass, allowing visitors to experience the changes brought by technological progress. These exhibits demonstrate the multiple roles of glass in human society, from artistic decoration to industrial applications.

The Shanghai Glass Museum not only showcases history but also values contemporary artistic expression. It is committed to sharing the infinite possibilities of glass with outstanding innovation and pioneering experimental spirit at its core. The museum regularly holds glass art exhibitions, inviting domestic and international artists to create sculptures and installation artworks using glass as a unique medium. Visitors can see the transformations of transparency and color in the light and shadow, and feel the delicate balance between the flexibility and fragility of glass. In addition, the museum also has a glass blowing experience area where visitors can personally participate in the blowing process under professional guidance, experiencing the charm of ancient craftsmanship.