Makerspaces & 3D Printing at Libraries (402 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. Just need one thing printed? See our guide on where to 3D print something near you.
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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 · 16 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) →Bessemer Public LibraryBESSEMER, Alabama · +1 205-428-7882400 19TH STREET NYouth Makerspace (ages 8–17) →Center Point Public LibraryCENTER POINT, Alabama · +1205-536-7750533 SUNHILL ROADMakerSpace →
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 · 6 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 →
+3 more Arizona libraries with this service — see the full Arizona directory.
Arkansas · 6 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 →Boone County LibraryHarrison, Arkansas · (870) 741-5913221 W. Stephenson AvePublic 3D printer for community use →Donald W. Reynolds Library Serving Baxter CountyMountain Home, Arkansas · (870) 580-0987300 Library HillStudio 300 Maker Space →
+3 more Arkansas libraries with this service — see the full Arkansas directory.
California · 30 libraries
Altadena Library DistrictALTADENA, California · (626) 798-0833600 E. MARIPOSA ST.Fab Lab makerspace (at Bob Lucas Branch) →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) →Bonita-Sunnyside LibraryBonita Sunnyside, California · (619) 475-46424375 BONITA RDMakerBot 3D printer →
Colorado · 17 libraries
Alamosa Public LibraryALAMOSA, Colorado · (719) 589-6592300 Hunt AvenueAPL Maker Suite with 3D printing →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 →Cañon City Public LibraryCANON CITY, Colorado · +1719-269-9020516 MACON AVENUETeen Room and MakerSpace →
Connecticut · 11 libraries
Avon Free Public LibraryAVON, Connecticut · (860) 673-9712281 Country Club RoadMakerspace with 3D printers →Berlin-Peck Memorial LibraryBerlin, Connecticut · (860) 828-7125234 Kensington Road3D printing available to patrons as part of STEAM/Makerspace programming →Danbury LibraryDANBURY, Connecticut · +1-203-797-4505170 MAIN STREETMakerLab (3D printers, Cricut Maker, sewing/embroidery machine — ages 13+, appointment required) →
Delaware · 2 libraries
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 · 9 libraries
Walton-DeFuniak LibraryDefuniak Springs, Florida · (850) 892-36243 Circle Drive3D printer and laser engraver access →Delray Beach Public LibraryDelray Beach, Florida · (561) 266-0194100 West Atlantic AvenueTechnology, Training & Innovation Lab (3D printing, large-format printing, recording studio) →Miami Beach Regional Library (MDPLS)Miami, Florida · (305) 535-4219227 22nd StreetYOUmake Miami makerspace — technology and creative making tools available to the public →
Georgia · 12 libraries
Athens-Clarke County LibraryATHENS, Georgia · +1 706-613-36502025 BAXTER STREET3D printing and mobile printing →Augusta-Richmond County Public LibraryAugusta, Georgia · (706) 821-2600823 Telfair StreetTech Hub makerspace (3D printers, laser machines, green-screen station) →Cartersville LibraryCARTERSVILLE, Georgia · +1-770-382-4203429 West Main StreetMakerspace →
Idaho · 7 libraries
Boundary County Free LibraryBONNERS FERRY, Idaho · +1208-267-37506370 KOOTENAI STFab Lab: 3D printers, laser engraver, vinyl cutter, CNC mill (free after certification) →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 →
+4 more Idaho libraries with this service — see the full Idaho directory.
Illinois · 18 libraries
Algonquin Area Public Library DistrictALGONQUIN, Illinois · (847) 458-60602600 Harnish DriveMakerspace with 3D printing, laser cutting and creative technology tools →Antioch Public Library DistrictANTIOCH, Illinois · +1847-395-0874757 MAIN STREET3D printing available to any patron →Aurora Public Library DistrictAURORA, Illinois · +1 630-264-4117101 South River Street3D printing and makerspace →
Indiana · 8 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 →Fort Branch–Johnson Township Public LibraryFORT BRANCH, Indiana · +1812-753-4212107 EAST LOCUST STREETCreation Station makerspace: laser cutter, Cricut machine, and maker equipment (ages 14+ with Make and Master certification) →
Iowa · 6 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) →Cedar Rapids Public Library — DowntownCEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa · +1-319-261-7323450 FIFTH AVE SEMakerspace (Cricut, fabrication tools) →
+3 more Iowa libraries with this service — see the full Iowa directory.
Kansas · 2 libraries
Kentucky · 10 libraries
Boone County Public Library — Main LibraryBURLINGTON, Kentucky · +1 859-342-26651786 Burlington PikeBoone Innovation Lab (3D printing and maker technology) →Scott County Public LibraryGeorgetown, Kentucky · (502) 863-3566104 South Bradford LaneMakerspace with creation tools and equipment →Hopkinsville-Christian County Public LibraryHOPKINSVILLE, Kentucky · +1 270-887-42621101 BETHEL STREET3D printing →
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 · 5 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 →
+2 more Maryland libraries with this service — see the full Maryland directory.
Massachusetts · 8 libraries
Acton Memorial LibraryActon, Massachusetts · (978) 929-6655486 Main StreetLibrary of Things — 3D printer, tools, games and other loanable items →Public Library of BrooklineBROOKLINE, Massachusetts · +1-617-730-2370361 WASHINGTON ST.ideaSPACE makerspace (digital production equipment) →Shaw-Roxbury BranchBoston, Massachusetts · (617) 442-6186149 Dudley StreetMakerBot Sketch 3D printer for patron use →
Michigan · 31 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 →Baldwin Public LibraryBirmingham, Michigan · (248) 647-1700300 West Merrill StreetIdea Lab: 3D printing and format conversion services →Brighton District LibraryBrighton, Michigan · (810) 229-6571100 Library DriveInspo-lab makerspace (drop-in or appointment) →
Minnesota · 3 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, 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 · 3 libraries
Bay St. Louis — Hancock County LibraryBAY ST. LOUIS, Mississippi · +1228-467-5282312 HIGHWAY 90Makerspace with technology access →Laurel-Jones County LibraryLaurel, Mississippi · (601) 428-4313530 Commerce StreetMakerspace including 3D printer (workshop sessions scheduled) →Warren County-Vicksburg Public LibraryVicksburg, Mississippi · (601) 636-6411700 Veto StreetMakerspace with tools for creative and hands-on projects →
Missouri · 6 libraries
Camden County Library District — Camdenton BranchCamdenton, Missouri · (573) 346-595489 Rodeo RoadCreation Station (makerspace resources) at select branches →Missouri River Regional LibraryJEFFERSON CITY, Missouri · +1 573-634-2464214 ADAMS ST3D printing →Joplin Public LibraryJoplin, Missouri · (417) 623-79531901 East 20th StreetMakerspace for creative and technical projects →
+3 more Missouri libraries with this service — see the full Missouri directory.
Montana · 4 libraries
Dillon Public LibraryDillon, Montana · (406) 683-4544121 South Idaho StreetMakerspace kits for checkout (creative and STEM tools to use at home) →Missoula Public LibraryMISSOULA, Montana · +1 406-721-2665455 E MAIN STMakerSpace →Philipsburg Public LibraryPhilipsburg, Montana · (406) 859-5030106 W Broadway St3D printer access (provided by Philipsburg Rotary Club) →
+1 more Montana library with this service — see the full Montana directory.
Nebraska · 10 libraries
Ainsworth Public LibraryAINSWORTH, Nebraska · (402) 387-2032445 North Main StreetLibrary Innovation Studios Makerspace — vinyl cutters, heat press, button maker, 3D design software, electronics kits (free to public) →Axtell Public LibraryAXTELL, Nebraska · (308) 743-2592305 North Main StreetMakerSpace materials and activities →Bellevue Public LibraryBellevue, Nebraska · (402) 293-31572206 Longo Drive, Suite 100All-ages makerspace with hands-on technology and tools →
Nevada · 7 libraries
Boulder City LibraryBoulder City, Nevada · (702) 293-1281701 Adams BoulevardMakerspace with 3D printing and hydroponics garden →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 →
+4 more Nevada libraries with this service — see the full Nevada directory.
New Hampshire · 2 libraries
New Jersey · 14 libraries
Mt. Olive Public LibraryBudd Lake, New Jersey · (973) 691-8686202 Flanders-Drakestown Road3D printing and Cricut machine access →Cherry Hill Public LibraryCherry Hill, New Jersey · (856) 667-03001100 Kings Highway North3D printing — submit .stl/.3mf files online; 14 color options; can attend printing or pick up completed item →Deptford Free Public LibraryDeptford, New Jersey · (856) 848-9149670 Ward DriveMakerspace with creative equipment →
New Mexico · 1 library
New York · 7 libraries
Boston Free LibraryBOSTON, New York · +1716-941-35169475 BOSTON STATE ROAD3D printing (Lulzbot Taz 6, $0.05/gram) →Brooklyn Heights LibraryBrooklyn, New York · (718) 623-7100286 Cadman Plaza WestKids makerspace (capacity 30 children) with hands-on STEAM activities →Southworth Library AssociationDRYDEN, New York · (607) 844-478224 West Main Street3D printing services for patrons →
+4 more New York libraries with this service — see the full New York directory.
North Carolina · 4 libraries
Clemmons Branch LibraryClemmons, North Carolina · (336) 703-29206365 James StreetMakerspace for creative and hands-on projects →Neuse Regional Library — KinstonKINSTON, North Carolina · +1 252-527-7066510 N QUEEN ST3D printing →Franklin County LibraryLOUISBURG, North Carolina · +1919-496-2111906 N MAIN STMakerspace for hands-on projects and creative learning →
+1 more North Carolina library with this service — see the full North Carolina directory.
North Dakota · 1 library
Ohio · 12 libraries
Ashtabula County District LibraryASHTABULA, Ohio · +1440-997-93414335 Park AveThe Studio — creative maker space for workshops and independent projects →Bay Village Branch LibraryBAY VILLAGE, Ohio · (440) 871-639227400 WOLF ROADInnovation Center maker lab (3D printing, laser engraving, embroidery, vinyl) →Washington-Centerville Public LibraryCENTERVILLE, Ohio · +1-937-433-8091111 W. SPRING VALLEY ROADCreativity Commons makerspace →
Oklahoma · 3 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) →Lawton Public LibraryLAWTON, Oklahoma · 580-581-3450110 SW 4TH STREET3D printing available for patrons →
Oregon · 12 libraries
Beaverton City LibraryBeaverton, Oregon · (503) 644-219712375 SW Fifth StreetDesign & Make (DAM) makerspace with open lab sessions →Harney County LibraryBurns, Oregon · (541) 573-667080 West D StreetMakerspace Lab with 3D printing (LSTA-funded, 2025) →Canby Public LibraryCanby, Oregon · (503) 266-3394220 NE 2nd AvenueMaker Lab for creative and technology projects →
Pennsylvania · 7 libraries
Moon Township Public LibraryCoraopolis, Pennsylvania · (412) 269-03341700 Beaver Grade Road, Suite 1003D printing (fee-based, open to cardholders) →Cambria County LibraryJOHNSTOWN, Pennsylvania · +1-814-536-5131248 MAIN ST.3D printing →Free Library of New Hope and SoleburyNew Hope, Pennsylvania · (215) 862-233093 W. Ferry StreetFree 3D printing for cardholders →
+4 more Pennsylvania libraries with this service — see the full Pennsylvania directory.
Rhode Island · 5 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) →Coventry Public LibraryCOVENTRY, Rhode Island · +1401-822-91001672 Flat River Road3D printer access →Cranston Public LibraryCranston, Rhode Island · (401) 943-9080140 Sockanosset Cross RoadC-Lab makerspace with 3D printing and media preservation →
+2 more Rhode Island libraries with this service — see the full Rhode Island directory.
South Carolina · 5 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 →Beaufort County Library — Beaufort BranchBEAUFORT, South Carolina · 843-255-6456311 Scott StreetMakerSpace →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 →
+2 more South Carolina libraries with this service — see the full South Carolina directory.
South Dakota · 5 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) →Dell Rapids Carnegie Public LibraryDELL RAPIDS, South Dakota · +1605-340-1670513 N ORLEANS AVENUE3D printing access (via Tech Tuesday programs) →Madison Public LibraryMadison, South Dakota · (605) 256-7525209 E. Center StreetMakerspace →
+2 more South Dakota libraries with this service — see the full South Dakota directory.
Tennessee · 10 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 · 21 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, →Emily Fowler Central LibraryDENTON, Texas · 940-349-8752502 Oakland StreetForge Makerspace →
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 →
+1 more Utah library with this service — see the full Utah directory.
Vermont · 2 libraries
Virginia · 11 libraries
Arlington Central LibraryARLINGTON, Virginia · +1-703-228-59901015 N QUINCY STThe Shop Makerspace (hands-on creative technology) →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 →
Washington · 2 libraries
West Virginia · 3 libraries
Craft Memorial LibraryBLUEFIELD, West Virginia · +1304-325-3943600 COMMERCE STREET3D printing →Bridgeport Public LibraryBridgeport, West Virginia · (304) 842-82481200 Johnson AvenueMakerspace and STEM kit checkout →Kanawha County Public LibraryCharleston, West Virginia · (304) 343-4646123 Capitol StreetIDEA Lab makerspace — 3D printers, AR stations, podcasting booths, sewing machines, Cricut, button makers →
Wisconsin · 21 libraries
Appleton Public LibraryAPPLETON, Wisconsin · +1-920-832-6173200 N. Appleton StreetCreation Studios (3D printing, recording, makerspace tools) →Brookfield Public LibraryBrookfield, Wisconsin · (262) 782-41401900 N. Calhoun Road3D printing access →Cambridge Community LibraryCambridge, Wisconsin · (608) 423-3900101 Spring Water AlleyMakerspace for creative hands-on projects →
Wyoming · 4 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 →Teton County LibraryJackson, Wyoming · (307) 733-2164125 Virginian LaneWonderLab makerspace: 3D printing, laser cutting, sewing, embroidery, Cricut & recording studio →
+1 more Wyoming library with this service — see the full Wyoming directory.
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.
What is a makerspace?
A makerspace is a shared workshop where the community can use tools most people do not own at home — typically 3D printers, laser and vinyl cutters, sewing and embroidery machines, CNC routers, button makers, electronics kits and audio/video studios. Library makerspaces put this equipment behind one free library card so anyone can design, build, repair and create. The first public-library makerspace opened at the Fayetteville Free Library (NY) in 2011, and they are now in libraries nationwide.
Where can I 3D print something near me?
The cheapest local option is usually a public library that offers 3D printing — use the state-by-state list below to find one, submit your file and pay by weight (about 10–15¢ per gram). If none is nearby, see our guide on where to 3D print something for makerspaces and online options.
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