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Prairie Glass Studio

Art center · Topeka, KS · reviewed since 2015

How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 64%91+57.8Reliability 28%98+27.7Replies to reviews 8%26+2.1Experts Score= 88Not enough data for value; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.88SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#45 of 71 art classesPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 37%
4.9 ★★★★★ 90 Google reviews · 23 photos
89%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%1–2★, last 20 reviewsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
7%reviews answered by the owner
Oct 2026latest review

Prairie Glass Studio at a glance

Google reviewers rate Prairie Glass Studio 4.9 out of 5 based on 90 reviews, with the owner responding to only 7 percent of comments. Customers frequently praise the studio for offering reasonable prices, a wide selection of locally made fused glass art, and helpful staff who provide patient instruction during classes. Recurring themes include the enjoyment of creating custom keepsakes and the variety of seasonal items available for purchase. One common criticism from lower-rated reviews suggests that some customers perceive the pricing of the glass pieces as high relative to their expectations.

  • Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 90 reviews (89% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 90 Google reviews (66 with written comments, 12 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 7% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: October 29, 2026.
  • Service: Art Class serving Topeka, Kansas.

Data from Google, last updated November 2, 2026.

Score profile vs other art classes

Score per factor (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: momentum and reliability; weakest: replies to reviews.

Satisfaction91Reliability98Craft & service–Value–Momentum100Replies to reviews26Satisfaction: 91 (median 92)Reliability: 98 (median 94)Momentum: 100 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 26 (median 69)
Prairie Glass StudioArt Classes median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Prairie Glass Studio: 91/100 on this factor. Category median: 92.A
91
ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Prairie Glass Studio: 98/100 on this factor. Category median: 94.A
98
Craft & serviceCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 100.–
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ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 95.–
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MomentumMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Prairie Glass Studio: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Prairie Glass Studio: 26/100 on this factor. Category median: 69.D
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Star ratings

90 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars8089%
  • 4 stars910%
  • 3 stars11%
  • 2 stars00%
  • 1 star00%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 66 written reviews

  • Praise3697%
  • Complaints13%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude2465%
  • Price & value514%
  • Would recommend38%
  • Quality & results25%
  • Communication25%
  • Speed & response13%

What customers talk about

We read 66 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “When first making a reservation for a party their team was so kind and helpful with questions.”
  • “Prices are very reasonable for such magnificent pieces of glass.”
  • “Highly recommend.”
  • “Great experience making glass projects!”
  • “My friend and I scheduled an appointment and we each made different projects, but Jara was so patient with us and explained things in great detail.”
  • “Received quickly.”

People customers mention

  • Jara 5 reviews

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Recent reviews

RobertLocal Guide · 468 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 3 days ago★★★★★

Great selection of locally made art glass items. Reasonable prices. Number of holiday related art pieces. Fall and Thanksgiving are the current seasonal items. Christmas items should be on display next month. The artists associated with Prairie Glass are from this area. They are an eclectic group as demonstrated by…

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A.Local Guide · 97 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 3 months ago★★★★★

We loved it here, though only passing through Topeka-our time in your art studio creating our treasured keepsake pieces while learning and using the tools of the craft in glass fusing was a great first experience for both of us. Watching Jara work to make Ms. Sandy's picassa was priceless. Thanks ladies for the…

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VickieLocal Guide · 30 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 months ago★★★★★

Great place to make your own beautiful piece or buy one from one of their very talented artists

AshleyLocal Guide · 7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 5 months ago★★★★★

When first making a reservation for a party their team was so kind and helpful with questions. I could already tell the class was going to be fantastic before even going. Megan and Kim were wonderful teachers and patient and encouraging with all of us. I highly reccomend trying out glass fusing or taking a look around their shop at the beautiful pieces!

BonnieLocal Guide · 34 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 7 months ago★★★★★

I heard about “glass fusing” when I was visiting a friend in another state and loved her projects and I love to create so google searched and found that Topeka had this place. It was a lot of fun and would be fun to take a group of friends to “check out for a while” to be creative. Staff was very helpful with ideas etc. I plan to go back!

ReneeLocal Guide · 61 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 8 months ago★★★★★

Went to a class for my mother's birthday and it was REALLY fun, we made beautiful products, and the employee was very knowledgeable and friendly.

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Customer reviews

4.9 ★★★★★ 90 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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Robert PorterLocal Guide · 468 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Robert has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Great selection of locally made art glass items. Reasonable prices. Number of holiday related art pieces. Fall and Thanksgiving are the current seasonal items. Christmas items should be on display next month. The artists associated with Prairie Glass are from this area. They are an eclectic group as demonstrated by the diversity of the items offered for sale. Another strong point is the variety of classes they offer especially for beginners. Anyone wanting to learn how to create glass art pieces would be well advised to enroll in one of their classes. Anyone who is visiting Kansas and is looking for something to take home as a memory should make it a point to stop here. The entrance to shop faces on 10th and there are free parking spaces on the street.

Google ReviewerLocal Guide · 742 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Google has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

WELL, i was impressed!

A. Sage RenegadeLocal Guide · 97 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews A. has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

We loved it here, though only passing through Topeka-our time in your art studio creating our treasured keepsake pieces while learning and using the tools of the craft in glass fusing was a great first experience for both of us. Watching Jara work to make Ms. Sandy's picassa was priceless. Thanks ladies for the experience, memories and laughter. Goal accomplished.

Vickie ClarkLocal Guide · 30 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Vickie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Great place to make your own beautiful piece or buy one from one of their very talented artists

Ashley TrueLocal Guide · 7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Ashley has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

When first making a reservation for a party their team was so kind and helpful with questions. I could already tell the class was going to be fantastic before even going. Megan and Kim were wonderful teachers and patient and encouraging with all of us. I highly reccomend trying out glass fusing or taking a look around their shop at the beautiful pieces!

Kimberly WrightLocal Guide · 7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Kimberly has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Had a great time doing a class

Bonnie LongLocal Guide · 34 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Bonnie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

I heard about “glass fusing” when I was visiting a friend in another state and loved her projects and I love to create so google searched and found that Topeka had this place. It was a lot of fun and would be fun to take a group of friends to “check out for a while” to be creative. Staff was very helpful with ideas etc. I plan to go back!

Renee QuintanillaLocal Guide · 61 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Renee has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Went to a class for my mother's birthday and it was REALLY fun, we made beautiful products, and the employee was very knowledgeable and friendly.

Donald Jones11 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Donald has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

My family and I went there and we have fun creating things out of glass the instructors was real good on showing you how to cut your glass without cutting yourself and getting in your skin.

Troy ClarkLocal Guide · 255 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Troy has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

The facility is beautiful on the inside! They have a lot of beautiful glass pieces for purchase OR you can make your own! The staff are beautiful human beings! So kind and helpful! This place is a real gem in Topeka. Highly recommend.

Response from the owner · 11 months ago

Thanks, Troy for your kind review

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