Imaginarium Makerspace

Child working on a robotics project

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.

Schedule Training

What Will You Make Today?

Sewing Equipement offered in the Imaginarium

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 equipment list

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 Equipment list

3D Printing

  • Bambu P1S printers

  • EinScan 3D scanner

  • PLA filament

Digitization equipment list

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 equipment in the Imaginarium

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

Classes | Tours | Reservations

Information on events and classes in the Imaginarium

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

Information on group reservations and tours in the Imaginarium

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.