Makerspaces & 3D Printing at Libraries (168 Verified, by State)
🔨 U.S. library guide
Makerspaces & 3D Printing at the Public Library
Many U.S. public libraries have a free makerspace — 3D printers, laser cutters, vinyl cutters, sewing and embroidery machines, recording studios and more — open to the community with your library card. Here is how library makerspaces work, plus a verified, state-by-state list of libraries with a makerspace or 3D printing.
A library makerspace is a hands-on workshop where you can design and build things using equipment most people do not own: 3D printers, laser and vinyl cutters, CNC machines, button makers, heat presses, sewing and embroidery machines, soldering stations and audio/video studios. Access is usually free or low-cost — you often pay only for materials such as 3D-printer filament — and staff or classes help you learn the tools.
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How it works
- See what equipment your library has. Makerspaces differ a lot — some have a single 3D printer, others a full fabrication lab. Check the library’s maker page.
- Take orientation or certification if required. High-powered tools like laser cutters often need a short safety class before you can use them.
- Reserve time or a machine. Popular equipment is booked in slots; some libraries take walk-ins for quick 3D prints.
- Bring or buy your materials. Filament and some supplies are usually sold at cost; for other projects you bring your own material.
- Make it — and pay only for materials. Using the space is typically free with a card; you pay a small charge for consumables like filament or vinyl.
Good to know
Library makerspaces are usually free to use with a card — you pay only for consumables (3D-printer filament is often charged by the gram). Some equipment, especially laser cutters and CNC machines, requires a safety orientation or certification first, and machine time is often reserved in advance.
Libraries with a makerspace & 3D printing, by state
Every library below has this service verified on its official page. We add more as we confirm them — browse the full U.S. library directory for everything else.
Alabama · 3 libraries
Albert L. Scott LibraryAlabaster, Alabama · (205) 664-6822100 9th Street NWHands-on makerspace (3D printing, laser cutting, vinyl cutting, button making, t-shirt press) →O'Neal LibraryMountain Brook, Alabama · (205) 879-045950 Oak StreetInnovation Center / makerspace (expanding in 2027 renovation) →Pelham Public LibraryPelham, Alabama · (205) 620-64182000 Pelham Park BlvdMakerSpace and computer lab →
Alaska · 2 libraries
Noel Wien Public LibraryFairbanks, Alaska · (907) 459-10201215 Cowles StreetNew 1,900 sq ft teen room and dedicated MakerSpace added in the $14 million June 2024 renovation →Juneau Public LibraryJuneau, Alaska · (907) 586-5249292 Marine Way3D printing with Ultimaker 3 (ages 13+, $0.07/gram Tough PLA; Downtown Branch pickup) →
Arizona · 5 libraries
Apache Junction Public LibraryApache Junction, Arizona · (480) 474-85551177 N. Idaho RoadMakerspace (Mountain View Room) — 3D printing, design tools, and creative equipment →Chandler Public Library – DowntownChandler, Arizona · (480) 782-280022 S Delaware StreetThe Makery makerspace (Downtown only): 3D printing, laser cutting, vinyl cutting, sewing, audio recording, video production, photography studio — online booking, 48-hour lead time →Glendale Public Library — Main LibraryGlendale, Arizona · (623) 930-35305959 W Brown StreetIDEA Center — free 3D printer, media lab (cameras, green screen, video editing software), meeting room with Skype conferencing for entrepreneurs →Burton Barr Central LibraryPhoenix, Arizona · (602) 262-46361221 N. Central Ave.Free MACH1 makerspace (4th floor): 3D printers, laser cutting, robotics, music production, coding & sewing — open to all ages with a PPL card →Burton Barr Central LibraryPhoenix, Arizona · (602) 262-46361221 N. Central AvenueMACH1 Makerspace (4th floor): 3D printing, robotics, coding, sewing, music production, photo & video editing — free with library card →
Arkansas · 4 libraries
Fayetteville Public LibraryFayetteville, Arkansas · (479) 856-7000401 W. Mountain StreetKoenig Family Fabrication & Robotics Lab: 3D printing (FDM & resin), laser cutting, CNC, vinyl cutting, heat press, soldering — open lab days Mon/Wed/Fri/Sun →Donald W. Reynolds Library Serving Baxter CountyMountain Home, Arkansas · (870) 580-0987300 Library HillStudio 300 Maker Space →Pine Bluff Public LibraryPine Bluff, Arkansas · (870) 534-4802600 S. Main Street3D printing (Ultimaker printers in makerspace and Children's Department) →West Memphis Public Library and Innovation CenterWest Memphis, Arkansas · (870) 732-7590500 East BroadwayChildren's makerspace for crafts and projects →
California · 10 libraries
Beaumont Library DistrictBeaumont, California · (951) 845-1357125 E. Eighth Street3D printing (LulzBot Mini FDM; $1 base + $0.05/gram; one print per week per cardholder) →Carlsbad City LibraryCarlsbad, California · (442) 339-20491775 Dove LaneExploration HUB makerspace: 3D printing, laser/vinyl cutting, Mac workstations with professional creative software, VHS digitization, photo archiving, Arduino electronics kits →Grass Valley LibraryGrass Valley, California · (530) 273-4117207 Mill StreetBuild Make Play STEM/makerspace sessions for ages 8–12, plus a lower-level youth room with books, play areas and teen spaces →Richard J. Riordan Central LibraryLos Angeles, California · (213) 228-7000630 W. 5th StreetOctavia Lab — in-library makerspace studio with equipment reservations →Oceanside Public LibraryOceanside, California · (760) 435-5600330 N Coast HwyDiscovery Lab (makerspace): 3D printers, Glowforge laser engraver, Cricut machines, sublimation printer & heat press →La Jolla/Riford LibrarySan Diego, California · (858) 552-16577555 Draper AvenueIDEA Lab: Bio Lab (by appointment / hosted programs), 3D printing, Digital Memory Lab (VHS, cassettes, vinyl, slides, film, floppy disks — appointments required, age 13+) →Logan Heights LibrarySan Diego, California · (619) 533-3968567 S. 28th StreetDavid C. Copley Foundation Teen IDEA Lab (ages 10–18): professional recording booth with Pro Tools, Bambu Lab 3D printer, Meta Quest 2 VR, and 10 iMacs with Adobe Creative Cloud — free, no card requir →Mission Hills-Hillcrest/Harley & Bessie Knox LibrarySan Diego, California · (619) 692-4910215 W. Washington StreetIDEA Lab makerspace: 3D printers, Glowforge laser cutter, Cameo die cutter (drop-in Tuesdays 5–7 PM) →Ocean Beach LibrarySan Diego, California · (619) 531-15324801 Santa Monica AvenueClosed Sept. 2026 – Summer 2028 for a $14.45M expansion: new meeting room, teen area, maker space, study rooms, and outdoor patio will more than double usable space →San Diego Central Library @ Joan Λ Irwin Jacobs CommonSan Diego, California · (619) 236-5800330 Park BoulevardIDEA Lab Makerspace (4th floor) — 3D printers, Glowforge Pro laser cutter, CNC milling machine, embroidery machines, sewing machines, vinyl cutters, and VHS/vinyl digitization station →
Colorado · 10 libraries
Main Library — Boulder Public Library DistrictBoulder, Colorado · (303) 441-31001001 Arapahoe AveBLDG 61 Makerspace — laser cutters, 3D printers, CNC machines, woodshop, welding, screen printing, vinyl cutters & electronics workbench (free with library card; open studio Tue/Wed 1–6 PM, Sat 12–4 P →Smoky Hill LibraryCentennial, Colorado · (303) 542-72795430 S. Biscay Circle3D printing (Prusa i3 MK3S+) — submit files online, pick up at branch →Cortez Public LibraryCortez, Colorado · (970) 565-8117202 N Park Street3D printing workshops for youth in partnership with Pueblo Community College →Central Library — Denver Public LibraryDenver, Colorado · (720) 865-111110 W. Fourteenth Ave. PkwyideaLAB makerspace (4th floor): 3D printers, laser cutter, recording studio, sewing machines, Adobe Creative Suite →Rodolfo "Corky" Gonzales Branch LibraryDenver, Colorado · (720) 865-23701498 N. Irving StreetideaLAB makerspace with sewing machines, 3D printer, embroidery machine, sublimation printer, Cricut, and recording studio →Eagle Public LibraryEagle, Colorado · (970) 328-8800600 Broadway StSpark Studio makerspace (3D printer, Glowforge Pro laser cutter) — Eagle branch only; training required →Lake County Public LibraryLeadville, Colorado · (719) 486-05691115 Harrison AvenueCreation Station makerspace (Cricut, xTool laser, heat presses, sublimation, iMac/iPads; orientation required) →Edwin A. Bemis Public LibraryLittleton, Colorado · (303) 795-39616014 S. Datura StreetThe Studio makerspace (Cricut, 3D printers, sewing machines, digitization station) — reservable in 3-hour blocks →Louisville Public LibraryLouisville, Colorado · (303) 335-4849951 Spruce StreetMakerspace (3D printing, Cricut cutters, sewing machines, SparkFun Inventor's Kits, green-screen digital camera) →Loveland Public LibraryLoveland, Colorado · (970) 962-2665300 N Adams AvenueMakerspace (2nd floor): 3D printer, CNC mill, Windows Surface Studio, iMac, ZBrush, Adobe Creative Cloud, 2D Art Digitizer, audio recording, camera gear — free reservations up to 4 hrs/day →
Connecticut · 8 libraries
Berlin-Peck Memorial LibraryBerlin, Connecticut · (860) 828-7125234 Kensington Road3D printing available to patrons as part of STEAM/Makerspace programming →Welles-Turner Memorial LibraryGlastonbury, Connecticut · (860) 652-77192407 Main Street2CF Studio makerspace: 3D printing, laser cutting, CNC machining, poster printing, digitization station, sewing and craft supplies; one-on-one instruction from MakerSpace Coordinator (2cfstudiowtml@gm →New Haven Free Public LibraryNew Haven, Connecticut · (203) 946-8130133 Elm StreetIves Squared: Tinker Lab makerspace with creative and fabrication tools →Lucy Robbins Welles LibraryNewington, Connecticut · (860) 665-8700100 Garfield StreetMakerspace with 3D scanning capabilities →Cyrenius H. Booth LibraryNewtown, Connecticut · (203) 426-453325 Main StreetchbMAKERS' Corner makerspace with 30+ devices including 3D printers, Cricut machines, dye-sublimation printer, VHS-to-digital converter, and a green screen — walk-ins Wed 4–8 PM & Sat 9:30 AM–1:30 PM →Norwalk Public LibraryNorwalk, Connecticut · (203) 899-27801 Belden AvenueStudio One NPL makerspace: 3D printer, 3D scanner, and 3D modeling software open to patrons grades 7 and up →Cora J. Belden LibraryRocky Hill, Connecticut · (860) 258-762133 Church Street3D printing (public access) →Ferguson LibraryStamford, Connecticut · (203) 964-10001 Public Library PlazaCreateLab makerspace (3D printing, sewing machine, ukulele, and creative tools) →
Delaware · 1 library
District of Columbia · 2 libraries
Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial LibraryWashington, District of Columbia · (202) 727-0321901 G Street NWThe Labs: maker space with recording studios, dance studio, and tool library; plus the People's Archive for DC community history →Southwest LibraryWashington, District of Columbia · (202) 724-4298900 Wesley Place SWInnovation lab with 3D printers →
Florida · 5 libraries
Miami Beach Regional Library (MDPLS)Miami, Florida · (305) 535-4219227 22nd StreetYOUmake Miami makerspace — technology and creative making tools available to the public →West Kendall Regional LibraryMiami, Florida · (305) 385-713510201 Hammocks BoulevardYOUmake Miami fabrication studio: Cricut, 3D printing, block printing, embroidery, photography →Orlando Public LibraryOrlando, Florida · (407) 835-7323101 E. Central BlvdDorothy Lumley Melrose Center — video production, audio recording & photography studios; game dev lab; fiber arts; makerspace; VR; simulators (free with library card, reservation required) →Seminole County Public Library - North BranchSanford, Florida · (407) 665-1620150 N Palmetto AvenueFree 3D printing for cardholders (Friends of the Library) →Temple Terrace Public LibraryTemple Terrace, Florida · (813) 506-6770202 Bullard Parkway3D printing station with public Thingiverse model access →
Georgia · 3 libraries
Augusta-Richmond County Public LibraryAugusta, Georgia · (706) 821-2600823 Telfair StreetTech Hub makerspace (3D printers, laser machines, green-screen station) →R.T. Jones Memorial LibraryCanton, Georgia · (770) 479-3090116 Brown Industrial Parkway3D printing and digitizing equipment →LaGrange Memorial LibraryLaGrange, Georgia · (706) 882-7784115 Alford StreetMakerspace with 3D printing, Cricut, engraving, die-cutting, sewing & wood-burning tools →
Idaho · 5 libraries
Caldwell Public LibraryCaldwell, Idaho · (208) 459-32421010 Dearborn StreetMakerspace with 3D printing, plus a Mobile Makerspace outreach unit →Eagle Public LibraryEagle, Idaho · (208) 939-6814100 N Stierman Way3D printer, 3D doodle pens, iPads, and laptop loans →Idaho Falls Public LibraryIdaho Falls, Idaho · (208) 612-8460457 West BroadwayMakerspaces (3D printing, laser cutting, Cricut, sewing machines, audio recording studio) →Nampa Public LibraryNampa, Idaho · (208) 468-5800215 12th Avenue SouthMakerspace: 3D printing, large-format printing, and laser engraving by appointment →Marshall Public LibraryPocatello, Idaho · (208) 232-1263113 South Garfield AvenuePublic 3D printing →
Illinois · 9 libraries
Addison Public LibraryAddison, Illinois · (630) 543-36174 Friendship PlazaSam's Lab makerspace — 3D printing, laser engraving, vinyl cutting, sewing and laminating →Bloomington Public LibraryBloomington, Illinois · (309) 828-6091205 East Olive StreetInnovation Lab makerspace with technology, tools and creative equipment →Harold Washington Library CenterChicago, Illinois · (312) 747-4300400 S State StMaker Lab — 3D printing, laser cutting, vinyl cutting and design software →Legler Regional LibraryChicago, Illinois · (312) 746-7730115 S. Pulaski RoadMaker Lab with open shop hours for community creativity projects →Sulzer Regional LibraryChicago, Illinois · (312) 744-76164455 N. Lincoln AvenueMaker Lab with open shop hours for community use →Highland Park Public LibraryHighland Park, Illinois · (847) 432-0216494 Laurel Avenue3D printing for Highland Park cardholders →Normal Public LibraryNormal, Illinois · (309) 452-1757206 West College AvenueTinker Studio makerspace with 3D printers and laser cutters on the second floor →Schaumburg Township District LibrarySchaumburg, Illinois · (847) 985-4000130 S Roselle Rd3D printing, music recording and production studios, and maker technology →St. Charles Public Library DistrictSt. Charles, Illinois · (630) 584-0076One South Sixth AvenueSTC Creative makerspace & sound studio (crafts to emerging technology, most tools free, by appointment) →
Indiana · 4 libraries
Noble County Public Library (Albion)Albion, Indiana · (260) 636-7197813 E Main StreetThe Bridge makerspace with equipment rentals →Lincoln Heritage Public LibraryDale, Indiana · (812) 937-7170105 North Wallace StreetMakerSpace with 3D printer, crafting equipment, and creative technology tools →Greenwood Public LibraryGreenwood, Indiana · (317) 881-1953310 S. Meridian StreetThe Studio Makerspace for creative and hands-on projects →Indianapolis Public Library — Central LibraryIndianapolis, Indiana · (317) 275-410040 East Saint Clair Street3D printing and public computers, printing & free Wi-Fi →
Iowa · 2 libraries
Bloomfield Public LibraryBloomfield, Iowa · (641) 664-2209107 N. Columbia StreetBambu P1P 3D printer — public use with staff assistance (charged by filament weight; .3mf or .stl files) →Burlington Public LibraryBurlington, Iowa · (319) 753-1647210 Court StreetCreate Space makerspace (3D printing, sewing & embroidery, vinyl/Cricut cutting, button making) →
Kentucky · 1 library
Louisiana · 2 libraries
Natchitoches Parish LibraryNatchitoches, Louisiana · (318) 357-3280450 Second Street3D printer available for patron use at the main branch →Lafourche Parish Public Library: Thibodaux BranchThibodaux, Louisiana · (985) 447-4119705 West 5th StreetMakerspace (Thibodaux Branch only): 3D printing, Cricut machines, sewing machines — reservable online →
Maine · 3 libraries
Auburn Public LibraryAuburn, Maine · (207) 333-664049 Spring StreetCreate! Media Lab — makerspace with creative technology equipment →Curtis Memorial LibraryBrunswick, Maine · (207) 725-524223 Pleasant StreetThe Creative Hive makerspace with 3D printing & creative tools →Camden Public LibraryCamden, Maine · (207) 236-344055 Main Street3D printing at the library →
Maryland · 4 libraries
Caroline County Public LibraryDenton, Maryland · (410) 479-1343100 Market Street3D printing and digitization station (VHS, film negatives, slides to digital) →Talbot County Free LibraryEaston, Maryland · (410) 822-1626100 W. Dover StreetMakerspace (3D printing, sewing machine, button maker, cardboard cutter) →Calvert Library Prince FrederickPrince Frederick, Maryland · (410) 535-0291850 Costley WayMakerspace with 3D printing at Prince Frederick →Queen Anne's County Library — Kent Island BranchStevensville, Maryland · (410) 643-8161200 Library CircleMakerspace with 3D printing →
Massachusetts · 6 libraries
Acton Memorial LibraryActon, Massachusetts · (978) 929-6655486 Main StreetLibrary of Things — 3D printer, tools, games and other loanable items →Shaw-Roxbury BranchBoston, Massachusetts · (617) 442-6186149 Dudley StreetMakerBot Sketch 3D printer for patron use →Randall LibraryStow, Massachusetts · (978) 897-857219 Crescent Street3D Print Request service →Goodnow LibrarySudbury, Massachusetts · (978) 443-103521 Concord RoadSara Sherman NOW Lab makerspace: 3D printing, laser & vinyl cutting, robotics, and arts & crafts →Weston Public LibraryWeston, Massachusetts · (781) 786-615087 School StreetWeston Art & Innovation Center (AIC) makerspace — adjacent facility, Wed–Sat →Woburn Public LibraryWoburn, Massachusetts · (781) 933-014845 Pleasant StreetMaker Space with fabrication tools and technology equipment →
Michigan · 7 libraries
Alpena County George N. Fletcher Public LibraryAlpena, Michigan · (989) 356-6188211 N. 1st AvenueMakerLab (3rd floor): 3D printers, laser cutters, CNC cutters, vinyl cutters, VR headsets, Arduino/Raspberry Pi, soldering, sewing machine, robots →Detroit Public Library — Main LibraryDetroit, Michigan · (313) 481-14005201 Woodward AvenueHYPE Teen Center (ages 13–18) — makerspace, 3D printers, podcast studio, manga, gaming →Dexter District LibraryDexter, Michigan · (734) 426-44773255 Alpine StreetDrop-in Makerspace (grades K–8, all supplies provided, no registration) →Rochester Hills Public LibraryRochester, Michigan · (248) 656-2900500 Olde Towne RoadMakerspace with digital tools and equipment for crafts and DIY projects →Salem-South Lyon District LibrarySouth Lyon, Michigan · (248) 437-64319800 Pontiac Trail3D printing on an Original Prusa i3 MK3S+ and large-format poster printing (HP DesignJet Z6) →Sterling Heights Public LibrarySterling Heights, Michigan · (586) 446-266540255 Dodge Park RoadMaker Space with 3D printers, 3D scanner, Cricut and Silhouette machines, sublimation printer and sewing/embroidery machines →Traverse Area District LibraryTraverse City, Michigan · (231) 932-8500610 Woodmere Avenue3D printing and maker workspaces →
Minnesota · 4 libraries
Wescott LibraryEagan, Minnesota · (651) 450-29001340 Wescott RoadiLAB Creative Space with audio production booth, 3D printers (Ultimaker 2+ Connect), Adobe Creative Suite (Mac & PC), VHS/8mm/negative/photo digitization, sewing machines + mentor appointments, Silhou →Minneapolis Central LibraryMinneapolis, Minnesota · (612) 543-8000300 Nicollet MallBest Buy Teen Tech Center (ages 12–19): music & video production, 3D printing, robotics, and graphic design, Mon–Thu 3–8 PM school year →Minneapolis Central LibraryMinneapolis, Minnesota · (612) 543-8000300 Nicollet MallBest Buy Teen Tech Center (ages 12–19): music/video production, 3D printing, robotics, graphic design — open Mon–Thu 3–8 PM during the school year →George Latimer Central LibrarySt Paul, Minnesota · (651) 266-700090 West 4th StreetInnovation Lab with 3D printers and maker equipment (Open Lab sessions) →
Mississippi · 1 library
Missouri · 1 library
Montana · 3 libraries
Dillon Public LibraryDillon, Montana · (406) 683-4544121 South Idaho StreetMakerspace kits for checkout (creative and STEM tools to use at home) →Philipsburg Public LibraryPhilipsburg, Montana · (406) 859-5030106 W Broadway St3D printer access (provided by Philipsburg Rotary Club) →North Valley Public LibraryStevensville, Montana · (406) 777-5061208 Main St3D printers (available during Open World Fridays for teens 12–18) →
Nebraska · 7 libraries
Bellevue Public LibraryBellevue, Nebraska · (402) 293-31572206 Longo Drive, Suite 100All-ages makerspace with hands-on technology and tools →Broadwater Public LibraryBroadwater, Nebraska · (308) 489-0199251 N Starr StreetMakerSpace — hands-on creative and fabrication tools →Central City Public LibraryCentral City, Nebraska · (308) 946-25121604 15th AvenueMakerspace (by appointment) — laser cutter, 3D printer, vinyl cutter, heat press, Cricut →Chadron Public LibraryChadron, Nebraska · (308) 432-0531201 West 2nd StreetMakerspace — laser cutter, 3D printers, Cricut/die cutter, sewing machine, button maker (staff training provided) →Hastings Memorial LibraryGrant, Nebraska · (308) 352-4894505 Central AvenueMakerspace studio with creative and educational equipment →Minatare Public LibraryMinatare, Nebraska · (308) 439-1061309 Main StreetMakerSpace creative and technology tools →Lied Scottsbluff Public LibraryScottsbluff, Nebraska · (308) 630-62501809 3rd AvenueMakerHub: laser cutter, 3D printer, die-cut machines, and sewing machines →
Nevada · 2 libraries
Carson City LibraryCarson City, Nevada · (775) 887-2244900 North Roop StreetCapital Makers makerspace with hands-on tools and equipment (certification for ages 14+) →White Pine County LibraryEly, Nevada · (775) 293-6900950 Campton StreetIMLS grant recipient for technology programming including 3D printing and coding instruction →
New Hampshire · 2 libraries
Dover Public LibraryDover, New Hampshire · (603) 516-605073 Locust StreetMakerspace access →Portsmouth Public LibraryPortsmouth, New Hampshire · (603) 427-1540175 Parrott Avenue3D printing and wireless printing →
New Jersey · 3 libraries
Jersey City Free Public LibraryJersey City, New Jersey · (201) 547-4526472 Jersey AvenueSTEAM makerspace at Communipaw Branch (3D printer, Cricut, podcast studio, video production studio) →Millburn Free Public LibraryMillburn, New Jersey · (973) 376-1006200 Glen Avenue3D printing, poster printing, and printing, copying & scanning →Ocean City Free Public LibraryOcean City, New Jersey · (609) 399-24341735 Simpson Avenue3D printing and technology / device lending →
New York · 4 libraries
Brooklyn Heights LibraryBrooklyn, New York · (718) 623-7100286 Cadman Plaza WestKids makerspace (capacity 30 children) with hands-on STEAM activities →Long Island City LibraryQueens, New York · (718) 752-370037-44 21st StreetTeen Center with tech lab: 3D printing, iPads, laptops, Adobe Creative Cloud, gaming and coding →Countee Cullen Librarynew-york, New York · (212) 491-2070104 West 136th StreetTeen Center with 3-D printers, 3-D pens, silkscreen & Cameo printing, iPads and Apple Pencils →Tompkins Square Librarynew-york, New York · (212) 228-4747331 East 10th StreetTeen Center with 3D printers, silkscreen printing, Cameo vinyl cutting, gaming consoles, cameras, iPads and design software →
Ohio · 2 libraries
Martin L. King, Jr. Branch — Cleveland Public LibraryCleveland, Ohio · (216) 623-701810601 Euclid AvenueMaker space with creative technology programming →Memorial-Nottingham Branch — Cleveland Public LibraryCleveland, Ohio · (216) 623-703917109 Lakeshore Boulevard3D printing for creative and educational projects →
Oklahoma · 2 libraries
Southern Oklahoma Library System — Champion Public LibraryArdmore, Oklahoma · (580) 223-3164601 Railway Express3D printing lab with classes for children (ages 5+) and adults →Bartlesville Public LibraryBartlesville, Oklahoma · (918) 338-4161600 S. Johnstone AvenueCreative Corner makerspace: Cricut Maker, Cricut Expression, Cricut Press, vinyl cutting, heat press (reservable, free for cardholders) →
Oregon · 4 libraries
Beaverton City LibraryBeaverton, Oregon · (503) 644-219712375 SW Fifth StreetDesign & Make (DAM) makerspace with open lab sessions →Hermiston Public LibraryHermiston, Oregon · (541) 567-2882235 East Gladys AvenueMaker Space for creative and technical projects →The Dalles-Wasco County LibraryThe Dalles, Oregon · (541) 296-2815722 Court StreetMakerspace — Maker Monday program (crafts, STEM, embroidery; open to all ages) →West Linn Public LibraryWest Linn, Oregon · (503) 656-78531595 Burns StreetMakerspace with 3D printing and laser cutting/engraving →
Pennsylvania · 6 libraries
Moon Township Public LibraryCoraopolis, Pennsylvania · (412) 269-03341700 Beaver Grade Road, Suite 1003D printing (fee-based, open to cardholders) →Free Library of New Hope and SoleburyNew Hope, Pennsylvania · (215) 862-233093 W. Ferry StreetFree 3D printing for cardholders →South Philadelphia LibraryPhiladelphia, Pennsylvania · (215) 685-18661700 South Broad StreetComputer lab and maker space for patrons of all ages →Mt. Lebanon Public LibraryPittsburgh, Pennsylvania · (412) 531-191216 Castle Shannon BoulevardMaker room with 3-D printers and hands-on STEAM equipment →Albright Memorial LibraryScranton, Pennsylvania · (570) 348-3000500 Vine StreetCreation Station makerspace (Glowforge, Cricut, Silhouette Cameo 4, sublimation printer, embroidery machine, heat press, 3D printing on request) →Tredyffrin Public LibraryStrafford, Pennsylvania · (610) 688-7092582 Upper Gulph RoadMakerspace with 3D printers, laser cutter and Cricut machine (all ages) →
Rhode Island · 3 libraries
Barrington Public LibraryBarrington, Rhode Island · (401) 247-1920281 County RoadMakerspace Studio — 3D printer, Glowforge laser cutter, Silhouette Cameo and Cricut heat press (reopening TBA) →Cranston Public LibraryCranston, Rhode Island · (401) 943-9080140 Sockanosset Cross RoadC-Lab makerspace with 3D printing and media preservation →Rochambeau LibraryProvidence, Rhode Island · (401) 272-3780708 Hope StreetMakerspace with 3D printer, laser cutter, vinyl cutter, sublimation printer and sewing machines →
South Carolina · 2 libraries
Anderson Main LibraryAnderson, South Carolina · (864) 260-4500300 N. McDuffie St.Electric City Creative makerspace (ages 12+): Cricut, large-format printer, sublimation printer, sewing machines, heat press, Adobe Creative Cloud →Richland Library — MainColumbia, South Carolina · (803) 799-90841431 Assembly StreetStudio Services: Fabrication Shop (3D printing, Glowforge laser cutter, woodworking power tools), Fiberworks Studio, Production Stage & Post-Production Lab, Art Studio, Seed Library, Artist-in-Residen →
South Dakota · 2 libraries
Brookings Public LibraryBrookings, South Dakota · (605) 692-9407515 3rd StreetMaker Lab: laser engraver, Cricut Maker, sewing machine, video/photo studio and more (18+, card required, reservation mandatory) →Rapid City Public LibraryRapid City, South Dakota · (605) 394-6139610 Quincy StreetMakerspace: 3D printing, laser engraving, vinyl cutting, large-format printing and lamination (consumable fees apply) →
Tennessee · 3 libraries
Clarksville-Montgomery County Public LibraryClarksville, Tennessee · (931) 648-8826350 Pageant Lane, Suite 501Makerspace (North Branch, 435 Jordan Road) →Cleveland Bradley County Public LibraryCleveland, Tennessee · (423) 472-2163795 Church Street NECreative Cottage makerspace for creative and hands-on projects →C. E. Weldon Public LibraryMartin, Tennessee · (731) 587-3148410 South Lindell StreetDemonstration Kitchen / Makerspace for cooking classes and creative workshops →
Texas · 6 libraries
Central Library (APL)Austin, Texas · (512) 974-7400710 W. César Chávez StreetInnovation Lab: 3D printing, Apple M1 iMacs, Mac Pro towers, Adobe Creative Cloud, Final Cut Pro, Logic Pro, Ableton Live, Unity, and Unreal Engine →Willie Mae Kirk Branch — Austin Public LibraryAustin, Texas · (512) 974-99203101 Oak Springs DriveUndergoing a full 2018 Library Bond renovation (closed July 13, 2024; reopening later in 2026) — scope includes a new teen makerspace, innovation lab, ADA upgrades, sustainable flooring, LED lighting, →J. Erik Jonsson Central LibraryDallas, Texas · (214) 670-14001515 Young StreetCreative Spaces across four floors: Makerspace (3rd), Fiber Arts Workroom with sewing and weaving looms (4th), Pollinator Garden (5th), and a Story Center with podcasting and filmmaking equipment (3rd →Harris County Public LibraryHouston, Texas · (713) 274-66005749 South Loop EastMaker Central at Administrative Offices (by appointment): 3D printers, laser cutters, CNC mills, Cricut & vinyl cutters, sewing machines, resin printer, and 3D scanner →Pasadena Public Library: CentralPasadena, Texas · (713) 477-02761201 Jeff Ginn Memorial DriveMaker Lab with 3D printers, laser cutter, sewing machines, and Cricut heat press (Central branch only; orientation required) →Richardson Public LibraryRichardson, Texas · (972) 744-4350900 Civic Center DriveC-Tech creative technology center: public 3D printer, laptops available for checkout →
Utah · 4 libraries
Logan LibraryLogan, Utah · (435) 716-9123285 North MainCytiva STEM Makerspace (3D printing, laser cutting, vinyl & Cricut cutting, sewing, embroidery, heat & mug press) →North Logan City LibraryNorth Logan, Utah · (435) 755-7169475 East 2500 NorthMakerspace with staff assistance for creation and digitization projects →Orem Public LibraryOrem, Utah · (801) 229-705058 North State StreetMakerSpace: 3D printing, sewing machines, craft cutters, and Adobe Creative Cloud workstations →Sprague BranchSalt Lake City, Utah · (801) 594-86402131 South 1100 EastCreative Lab: 3D printer, Cricut machine, heat press, sewing machine, podcasting and recording software, Adobe Creative Cloud, photography and video equipment →
Vermont · 2 libraries
Aldrich Public LibraryBarre, Vermont · (802) 476-75506 Washington Street3D printing →Fletcher Free LibraryBurlington, Vermont · (802) 863-3403235 College Street3D printing lab and Tech Center →
Virginia · 4 libraries
Bedford Central LibraryBedford, Virginia · (540) 586-8911321 N Bridge Street3D printing →Bristol Public LibraryBristol, Virginia · (276) 645-8780701 Goode StreetHomer and Ida Jones Creativity Center (2016): 3D printing, Glowforge laser cutter/engraver, GED classes via Mount Rogers Regional Adult Education, and Northstar digital literacy →Christiansburg LibraryChristiansburg, Virginia · (540) 382-6965125 Sheltman StreetPlanned expansion from 15,001 to 31,954 sq ft, adding a makerspace, media lab, robotics lab, and children's STEM area →Lynchburg Public LibraryLynchburg, Virginia · (434) 455-63002315 Memorial AvenueMain Library at 2315 Memorial Avenue is CLOSED for renovation (last public day Dec 27, 2025); reopening planned for 2027 with a media lab, makerspace and teen rooms →
West Virginia · 1 library
Wisconsin · 2 libraries
L.E. Phillips Memorial Public LibraryEau Claire, Wisconsin · (715) 839-1648400 Eau Claire StreetDabble Box Makerspace for hands-on creating →Brown County Central LibraryGreen Bay, Wisconsin · (920) 448-4400515 Pine StreetPublic MakerSpace (3D printing, sewing machines & creative tech, in partnership with Proto) →
Wyoming · 2 libraries
Laramie County LibraryCheyenne, Wyoming · (307) 634-35612200 Pioneer AvenueMakerspace with two 3D printers, a video-production studio and creative computers →Campbell County Public LibraryGillette, Wyoming · (307) 682-32232101 South 4-J RoadAll-ages makerspace with 3D printing at the Gillette and Wright libraries →
FAQ
How much does 3D printing at the library cost?
Often it is free or just a few cents per gram of filament — many libraries only charge for the material used. You typically submit or start a print, then pay a small fee based on weight or print time when you pick it up.
Do I need training to use the equipment?
For simple tools like a 3D printer or button maker, usually no. For laser cutters, CNC machines and some power tools, most libraries require a short orientation or certification class first, for safety.
What can I make in a library makerspace?
People print prototypes and replacement parts, engrave and cut signs or gifts, make custom T-shirts and stickers, sew and embroider, record music or podcasts, and repair or invent all kinds of projects. Staff can help you plan yours.
Do I have to bring my own materials?
It depends. Filament for 3D printing is usually provided and charged at cost; for laser cutting, vinyl or sewing you may bring your own material or buy it there. Check the makerspace’s supply list before you go.
Is the makerspace free to use?
Access is normally free with a library card. You pay only for consumable materials (like filament or vinyl), and occasionally a small fee for certain machine time. There is generally no membership charge.
New to libraries? Learn how to get a library card in any U.S. state, or find a branch near you in the public library directory.
By Megan Carter, Library Resources Editor · public-libraries.com