The Southeast Minnesota Makerspace is a collaborative space where you can take an idea and bring it into the real world using shared tools, community knowledge, and mentorship.
We are currently recruiting makers of all kinds!
You can be part of:
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Collaborate. A place where makers, artists, crafters, trades-people can share their expertise, use equipment to create, teach others, and practice your craft.
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Create. A place where entrepreneurs can receive assistance on developing ideas and products.
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Develop. A place where new makers are able to learn new skills.
Benefits of Participation:
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Turn your hobby into a business, or use your knowledge and experience to assist others looking to start a business!
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Collaborate with other makers to innovate new solutions!
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Make money teaching classes and sharing your knowledge!
Types of Makers We Are Looking to Serve:
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Woodworking
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Ceramics
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Metal Working
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Silk Screening
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Glass Blowing
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Textiles and leather
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Photography
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Laser engraving & cutting
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Painting and finishing
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3D printing
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Printmaking
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Lapidary
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Jewelry making
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Stained glass
Current Capabilities
Even though we just launched, we already have this equipment available for use:
Laser Cutting
Glowforge Pro HD
Lapidary
Multiple equipment and tools
Weaving
Loom
3D Printer
QIDI Plus4
What We Always Need More of:
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People. Makers, artists, inventors, crafters, and trades-people who are interested in participating in the Makerspace.
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Donations. Materials, machinery, supplies, and tools.
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Help spreading the word! Talking to your family, friends, colleagues, and acquaintances, as word-of-mouth is one of our best assets!