Boulder Public Library Makerspaces
Watching this gauntlet come together has been so cool! 3D printers were used to create custom-sized finger attachments and the laser cutter was used to cut and resize the clear acrylic pieces. We can’t wait to see the finished project, but the process is pretty amazing too!
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We love the happy faces after people make their first object on our awesome CNC Machine ❤️ The CNC Machine is coming out of hibernation, keep an ear out for more classes and tool appointments!
Studio 24 is hosting a Microwave Focus for U-Fix-It next week. If you have a microwave that needs to be fixed, sign up for any of our 4 sessions and bring your microwave to be evaluated and fixed by the expert volunteers at U-Fix-It!
BODY SWAP 😱 A makerspace witch cast a sneaky spell yesterday and scrambled all of the creative technologists. Who’s who? Can you tell? Luckily, it was a short lived spell and we’re pretty sure all of the creative technologists are back to their usual selves today.
Stop by BLDG 61 today between 5-6:15 to create a spooky craft before the 6:30 showing of Babadook in the Canyon Theater! 🎃🕷️
BLDG 61 and STUDIO 24 are free community workshops dedicated to hands-on learning and the cultivation of purposeful experiences through making.
MakerMade 2024
MakerMade is a gallery show curated by the BLDG 61 and Studio 24 Makerspace staff. It is exhibiting August 31-Nov 14th with a reception on October 1st, 4-6:30. Learn more at our Exhibitions page.
Makerspace Programs
Open Studios: visit BLDG 61 or STUDIO 24 during Open Studio hours to see the makerspaces in action, learn about equipment, or get hands-on with a project of your own. Staff is available for guidance with tools and materials. All experience levels and ages are welcome and no registration is required.
Classes and Programs: check out the event calendar to register for a class. We offer a wide array of introductory classes to learn how to use our tools and equipment as well as project-based workshops with Makerspace staff and community partners.
BLDG 61 at Main Library
BLDG 61 Open Studio (Drop in hours)
Tuesday 1PM-6:30PM
Wednesday 1PM-6:30PM
Thursday 10AM-1PM
Saturday 1PM-4PM
BLDG 61 makerspace is equipped with a broad selection of tools and materials to fulfill the needs of both creative and industrial projects.
Open Studio Equipment and Software: 3D printers, electronics workbench, vinyl cutter, airbrush, sewing machines, sergers, looms, and more. Design software such as Adobe CC and Blender are available on BLDG 61 computers.
BLDG 61 at Main is located at 1000 Canyon Blvd, Boulder, CO 80302
Tool Access Appointments
Access to our most popular equipment is now scheduled through our Tool Appointment Page.
- Laser Cutters – Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday
- Screen Printing – Tuesdays, Wednesday and Saturday
- Woodshop – Thursday, Friday and Saturday
- CNC Machine – Dates TBD
List of Tools Available at BLDG 61
STUDIO 24 at North Boulder Library
STUDIO 24 Open Studio (Drop in hours)
Tuesday 10AM-12PM
Friday 10AM-12PM
Saturday 10AM-12PM
Our new makerspace at NoBo Library has opened! Studio 24 is a community makerspace with a twist. Led by Makers-in-Residence, community presenters and makerspace staff, the studio will offer a new theme every three months. This approach invites community members to dive deeply into each highlighted discipline and learn alongside content experts. Themes for 2024-2025 Residencies include fiber arts, printmaking, repair & mending, painting & drawing, electronics, and traditional crafts.
Open Studio Equipment and Software: Sewing machines, Sergers, Dye Sublimation Printers, Heat Press, Vinyl Cutter and design software such as the Adobe Suite and Blender on our laptops and computers.
STUDIO 24 at NoBo Library is located at 4500 13th Street, Boulder CO 80304
Safety and Use Requirements
All patrons who visit the makerspaces must adhere to the Makerspace Use Policy. Minors (under 18) must have a parent/adult guardian agree to and sign the Acknowledgement of Risk and Release Form before entering the space. Patrons under the age of fourteen must be supervised by a parent or adult guardian.
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Acknowledgments
BLDG 61 was made possible through a generous grant from the Boulder Library Foundation.