Makerspace & 3D Printing at Colorado Libraries (12 Verified)
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Makerspaces & 3D Printing at Libraries in Colorado
Looking for a makerspace or 3D printer at a public library in Colorado? These 12 public libraries have offering a makerspace or 3D printing verified on their official pages — usually free with your library card, paying only for materials like filament.
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We have verified 12 public libraries in Colorado offering makerspace & 3D printing, across 11 cities — including Denver, Boulder, Centennial, Cortez, Eagle. Each links to that library’s page with its address, hours and phone so you can confirm the service and any fees.
A few worth knowing in Colorado:
- Main Library — Boulder Public Library District · Boulder — BLDG 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
- Loveland Public Library · Loveland — Makerspace (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
- Rodolfo "Corky" Gonzales Branch Library · Denver — ideaLAB makerspace with sewing machines, 3D printer, embroidery machine, sublimation printer, Cricut, and recording studio
💡 Good to know: Access to the makerspace is normally free with a library card; you pay only for consumable materials (filament is often charged by the gram). High-powered tools like laser cutters usually require a short safety orientation first — check the library’s maker page for certification requirements and how to reserve machine time.
Colorado libraries with makerspace & 3D printing — 12 verified
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 →Longmont Public LibraryLONGMONT, Colorado · (303) 651-8470355 Emery StMakerspace with 3D printing capabilities →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 →Anythink Thornton Community CenterThornton, Colorado · (303) 405-32002211 Eppinger BlvdThe Studio makerspace (equipment, tools, and creative technology) →
📝 How to use a library makerspace in Colorado
- Find your library’s makerspace. Check the library’s website for what equipment is available — makerspaces range from a single 3D printer to a full fabrication lab with laser cutters, vinyl cutters and audio studios.
- Take orientation or certification if required. High-powered tools like laser cutters and CNC machines often need a short safety class before you can use them independently.
- Reserve time on the equipment. Popular machines are booked in time slots; some libraries also take walk-ins for quick 3D prints — check the library’s booking system or call ahead.
- Bring or purchase your materials. Filament for 3D printing is usually sold at cost; for laser cutting, vinyl or sewing projects you may bring your own material or buy it at the makerspace.
- Make it — and pay only for materials. Using the space is typically free with a card; pay a small charge for consumables like filament or vinyl when you finish.
New to this? See the national guide on how library makerspaces work.
Frequently asked questions
Which Colorado cities have libraries with makerspaces?
We have verified 12 across 11 cities in Colorado: Denver, Boulder, Centennial, Cortez, Eagle, Longmont, Leadville, Littleton and 3 more. Open any library’s page above for its address, hours and phone.
How many Colorado libraries offer makerspaces?
We have confirmed 12 Colorado public libraries with makerspace & 3D printing, each verified from its official information. We add more as we confirm them, so the count can grow — or browse the full national list.
What makes Main Library — Boulder Public Library District in Boulder notable for makerspaces?
BLDG 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. See its full page for hours, address and phone.
Is makerspaces available at Loveland Public Library in Loveland?
Makerspace (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. See its full page for hours, address and phone.
Keep exploring
Services verified from each library’s official information during our 2026 review. Fees and availability can change — confirm on the library’s page before visiting.