What is the Imaginarium?
The Imaginarium is a hands-on community workspace offering free access to tools, skill sharing and instructional opportunities in science, technology, arts and crafts.
Who can use it?
Adults and teens (grades 6 and up)
When is it open?
Equipment is available for use during related workshops or anytime the library is open and the room is available. Call ahead or visit the second-floor Service Desk to see if the room is available. *Training is required for most equipment.
How much does it cost?
Imaginarium use is always free.
Equipment Training
You will need to be trained and badged on most equipment before these items outside of scheduled programs. Schedule your badging appointment here, or call 920-459-3400 x2022.
Training is also available by attending certain worshops. Classes are available throughout the year for sewing, 3D printing and more. Check out events calendar for details.
Sewing
AccuQuilt Go! Big cutter & dies(view the List)
Cutting mats, fabric shears & rotary cutters
Irons + ironing boards
Sewing thread
Singer & Janome sewing machines
Precision Cutting
AccuCut machine, dies (view the List) and embossing folders
Cricut Maker 3 & Design Space
GlowForge Aura laser engraver & cutter
GlowForge Print Design Studio
Inkscape
Silhouette Cameo 4 & Studio
3D Printing
Bambu P1S printers
EinScan 3D scanner
PLA filament
Digitizing
Audacity & Reshow: audio cassette to MP3
Camcorder connections
Elgato Video Capture: VHS to MP4
Epson Perfection V600: photos, negatives, & slides
Wolverine Movie Maker: 8mm & Super 8 reels to MP4
Other Tools
Adobe Creative Cloud
Button Makers (1 & 2.25 inch)
Harrison Designs Floor Loom
Jewelry tools
Paper cutter
Quilling tools
Stamps
Wacom Cintiq Drawing Tablet
Events & Classes
Workshops and events are offered throughout the year. Our ongoing programs include:
Book to Art Club: Explore literature through discussion and hands-on projects
Craft-Tea Mornings: Craft projects for adults
Learn to 3D Print: Learn the basics of 3D printing
Make It @ Mead: Craft projects for all ages
Sewing & Quilting Classes: Learn basic, intermediate and advanced sewing skills + machine maintenance
SoulCollage: Create collaged wisdom/energy cards
Stitch Together: Bring a sewing/stitching project and meet up for conversation and skill sharing
Groups & Tours
The makerspace can be reserved for clubs, groups and meetings by calling 920-459-3400, ext. 2012, or
book online.
To schedule a tour, email ann.miller@meadpl.org or call 920-459-3400, ext. 2022.
Thank You to Our Sponsors
Equipment in the Imaginarium was funded by the Kohler Foundation, the Friends of Mead Public Library, the Mead Public Library Foundation and MilliporeSigma. The Digital Media Lab is part of the makerspace, and that equipment was funded by the Green Bay Packers Community Foundation, the Institute of Museum and Library Services (via a Library Services and Technology Act grant), and the Mead Public Library Foundation.