A place for creativity, technology, and exploration!
Auburn's MakerSpace is located within the
Auburn Community & Event Center at
910 9th Street SE (in Les Gove Park)
Equipment within the space includes: Epilog Helix Laser Printer, Epilog Fusion Laser, Brother Sewing and Embroidery Machine, Silhouette Card US Cutter Vinyl Cutter, Craft Supplies, Heat Press, Mug Press, and a variety of hand tools.
Interested in hosting a party in our Makerspace? Visit our Party page for more information.
KID CLASSES
Pre-School Mini Makers | Age: 2-5 | Fridays | 10:00-12:00PM
Every first Friday, we're turning craft time into the best part of the month and it's free! Drop in during indoor playground hours for a fun, preschool-friendly project and a peek inside our makerspace. No sign-up needed, just show up and create!
Join Us for Free!
- October 2
- November 6
- December 4
Youth Mixed Art: Junk Journaling & Collages | Ages 6-10 | Wednesdays | 6:00-7:00PM
Turn your scraps into something special! Junk journaling is all about reusing and recycling - tickets, receipts, magazine clippings, and more. Bring your own treasures or use the materials we provide to design a one-of-a-kind journal. Each week we will junk journal a new page with new materials. Cut, glue, layer, and CREATE.
Adult Drop Off Class | $48/$60
Youth Mixed Art: Create Art like the Masters | Ages 6-10 | Wednesdays | 6:00-7:30PM
Step into the world of famous artists! Paint upside down like Michelangelo, explore complementary colors and layering like Van Gogh, draw still-life flowers inspired by Georgia O’Keeffe, and create a self-portrait like Frida Kahlo. Discover these styles and more in this fun, introductory 4-week art class!
Adult Drop Off Class | $56/$70
ADULT & SENIOR CLASSES
Craft and Chat | Ages 18+ | Wednesdays September 9-October 28 | 10:00-11:30AM
Start your day with creativity and conversation at our weekly Craft & Chat sessions! You’ll have access to makerspace tools and staff to support your projects, light refreshments, plus a selection of shared supplies to spark new ideas. Perfect for seniors, or parents looking to take advantage of our drop-in childcare for a little uninterrupted creative time. Free - No sign-up needed, just show up and create!
Felted Friends Ages 55+ | 10:00-11:00AM
Welcome fall by crafting your own cozy wool critters. In this relaxed, beginner-friendly class, seniors will learn the basics of needle felting while bringing charming autumn-inspired animals to life. All materials provided.
Thursday, October 8
Pumpkin Design | Ages 11+ | 10:30AM -12:30PM
Create a one-of-a-kind decorative pumpkin with paints, sparkle, glow effects, and festive embellishments! Go spooky, glam, cute, or classy. It's your pumpkin, your style. Best part? We handle the mess, so you can just relax and create.
Saturday, October 10
Custom Charcuterie Board Workshop | Ages 18+ | Saturday
Design and laser engrave your own custom charcuterie board in this hands-on workshop! Create a personalized piece perfect for holiday hosting while enjoying our relaxed makerspace setting. One board per time slot, all materials provided.
Keepsake Advent Calendar | Ages 12+ | 10:30AM-12:00PM
Already counting the days until Christmas? In this hands-on workshop, you’ll build and paint your own custom advent calendar from wood, creating a nostalgic holiday piece designed to become part of your seasonal traditions for years to come.
Saturday, November 14
Holiday Ornament | Ages 55+ | 10:00- 11:30AM
Create your own wooden ornament in this relaxing, hands-on holiday class for seniors. No experience needed; just a fun, social way to get into the holiday spirit!
Thursday, November 19
Custom Stocking Workshop | Ages 18+ | Saturday
Use our professional embroidery machine to create a custom holiday stocking! Choose a festive design and personalize it with a name as you’re guided step-by-step through the process. One stocking per time slot, all materials provided.
November 21, 10:00AM - 12:00PM
November 21, 12:00 - 2:00PM
November 21, 2:00 - 4:00PM
Gingerbread Glow | Houses Ages 12+ | Saturday
Build, paint, and personalize your own wooden gingerbread house, then add a gentle light that glows from within. This class is all about slowing down, getting creative, and capturing the cozy magic of the holidays in a piece you can treasure or gift!
December 5, 10:00AM - 12:00PM
Season's Greeting Signs | Ages 55 + | Wednesday
Get into the holiday spirit with this hands-on workshop where seniors will build and paint their own wooden holiday sign. You’ll assemble a simple wooden design, add festive colors and details, and create a beautiful decoration for your home or to gift to someone special! All materials provided.
December 9, 10:30AM - 12:00PM
Join us in the Open Lab and bring your ideas to life!
Use our equipment to create, design, and build whatever you can imagine. To use the tools on your own, training is required - just follow the steps below to get started.
Open Lab Training is $50 - To begin using the Open Lab, you must complete and be signed off on two training sessions for each machine.
Please email us to schedule your first session.
Available Equipment:
- 2 Epilog Laser
- Silhouette Cutter
- Large Worktables
- Heat Press
- Large Format Vinyl Cutter
- 10 Needle Embroidery Machine
Open Lab Session $15 - Once your training is complete email us or call to get your 2-hour session scheduled.
Email: [email protected]