Watching glass making in Fort Bragg has been a family tradition for
close to 30 years. In the late 1980’s, a retired CHP officer named Myron
Macneil started crafting glass in a small shop in the Train Depot Mall.
Families from around the world would stop into the mall to watch glass
come to life in a variety of forms, whether
vessels or creatures there was nothing
Macniel wouldn’t masterfully craft. Listening to the stories of those who met him you
can tell; there is never a dull moment when
the torch is on and the enchanting process
of glassblowing takes center stage. Fast
forward to the present day and a naturally
born local, Ben “Tsunami” Lukas, couldn’t
be more proud to continue the legacy of
glass blowing downtown in the Train Depot
Mall. Doing live glass blowing
demonstrations could very well
be one Ben’s favorite things as
the glow of the glass in the flame
brightens the room and ignites
the curiosity of locals and travelers
alike. Never be afraid to ask questions as glass tubes and rods get
melted together to take the shape
of a whimsical hummingbird or
a friendly green tree frog. Ben
is always so happy to share this
craft with the next generation of
traveling friends and family. While
watching the hypnotic dance of
glass in the flame, you will always
be welcomed with warmth and a smile. Tsunami’s Glass Shop is part gallery, part
gift shop and part workshop, and certainly has something for everyone.
WHERE: 400 N. Main Street
MORE INFO: instagram.com/tsunami_lukas or
facebook.com/TsunamiLukasGlassworks