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Imaginarium Makerspace
What Will You Make Today?
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What is the Imaginarium?
The Imaginarium is a free, hands-on community makerspace offering tools, classes and an open workspace to experiment with and learn a variety of skills in science, technology, arts and crafts.
When is it open?
Equipment is available for use during Open Studio and classes. Visit the second-floor Service Desk to use equipment and materials outside of program times.
Who can use it?
Adults and teens (grades 6 and up)
Is everything free?
Yes, access is always free.
Can I bring my group or schedule a tour?
Yes, the room is available for clubs, groups and tours. Also coming soon, the makerspace will be reservable for meetings!
Equipment List
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*Badging Required (read more)
Sewing
AccuQuilt Go! Big Dies (View the List)
*Go! Big Fabric Die Cutter
*Loom
*Sewing Machine & Iron
3D Printing
*LulzBot Taz 6
*LulzBot Mini
Arts & Crafts
*Button Makers (1 & 2 inch)
Hot Glue Gun
LEGO Architecture Kits
*Silhouette Cameo Precision Cutter
*T-shirt Press
Technology
Adobe Creative Suite 6
Arduino Uno Car Kit
Arduino Uno Rev 3 Kit
LilyPad Kit
Makey Makey Kit
Ozobot Bits
*Soldering Iron & Tools
Photo/Negative Slide Scanner
Open Studio
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Every Wednesday: 4-7 p.m.
Second Saturdays: 1-4 p.m.
Open Studio is available to adults and teens (6th grade and up). Learn to 3D print, precision cut, die cut fabric, sew and much more. Or, bring your own project to work on while you connect with other makers.
Events & Classes
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The Imaginarium offers weekly workshops and events featuring guided instruction in arts, crafts, science and technology. Check out the library events calendar for the most up to-date information.
Our ongoing programs included:
- Make It @ Mead - Craft class for all ages
- Sewing Made Simple - Class that covers basic sewing skills, for teens and adults
- Sunday Crafternoon - Craft projects for adults
- Teen Maker - Drop-in maker time for teens
Garden Scientist-in-Residence
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Join horticulturist, author and instructor Ray Rogers for local garden walks, lectures, seed experiments and hands-on projects throughout July & August as part of the Imaginarium's 2019 Garden Scientist-in-Residence program! Read more and learn about upcoming garden events with Ray.