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Bend glass tubes, fill with neon or argon gas, and electrify.

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    • Mon, May 18, 2026
    • Mon, June 15, 2026
    • 8 sessions
    • 3749 Chicago Ave, Minneapolis, MN
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    The first commercial neon sign was lit in 1910. More than 100 years later, neon tubes have largely been replaced by LED lighting, particularly in outdoor commercial applications. Still, neon remains a mesmerizing art form of sculpture made from light.

    In this introductory class, you’ll explore a bit of the history of neon, gain an understanding of safety protocols and the technical aspects of neon tubing, before moving on to practice bending and assembly techniques. Like playing an instrument, bending neon tubing takes consistent practice, so we recommend that you attend all class sessions. In one of the final class sessions, you’ll watch as the instructor uses a bombarder to pump, fill, seal, and electrify your neon tube, so you can take home a finished piece. All materials and components are included.

    $435 ($360 tuition + $75 materials)  |  4 weeks, 8 sessions
    Open to ages 16 and up.

    Instructor: Jon Ault


CHICAGO AVENUE FIRE ARTS CENTER   3749 Chicago Avenue  |  Minneapolis, MN 55407  |  612-294-0400  |  info@cafac.org 

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