MAKE Roanoke

Welcome to MAKE Roanoke. We are a non-profit community makerspace in Roanoke, VA featuring a wood shop, metal shop, fiber arts studio, 3D printing, laser cutting, and electronics lab. We are a community-based organization run entirely by volunteers.

What is a Makerspace?

A makerspace is a community-oriented workspace where people can come together to create, learn, and share. MAKE Roanoke has a wide range of tools and equipment available for use, including 3D printers, woodworking tools, electronics equipment, metal working tools, and sewing machines.

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Upcoming Events & Classes

From classes and maker minis to maker meetups, stay in the know about what's happening at MAKE Roanoke

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Join MAKE Roanoke for 24/7 access to our space and tools, discounts on classes and more!

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Get to Know Us

Learn about MAKE Roanoke's story, organization, and the team of volunteers that run it.

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UPCOMING EVENTS.

Space Improvement Day
Sat, Jun 27
MAKE Roanoke
MAKE Roanoke hosts Space Improvement Days on the last Saturday of every month! Come volunteer your time to improve our community makerspace.
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Intro to PCB Design and KiCad
Sun, Jun 28
MAKE Roanoke
Join us at MAKE Roanoke to learn the basics of designing a custom printed circuit board (PCB) from scratch using the free software KiCad.
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Maker Mini: Types of Welding
Mon, Jun 29
MAKE Roanoke
This introductory welding class provides an overview of the most common welding processes used in fabrication, manufacturing, construction, and repair industries.
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Maker Minis: How to Source Wood
Wed, Jul 01
MAKE Roanoke
MAKE Roanoke is pleased to offer another session in our series of FREE short classes we're calling Maker Minis! This one is a How to Source Wood class.
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General Orientations & Space Tours for New & Prospective Members
Mon, Jul 06
MAKE Roanoke
Come learn about MAKE Roanoke by taking a tour of Roanoke's own non-profit makerspace and staying for the General Orientation! General Orientations are required for membership.
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MAKE Roanoke Virtual Maker Show & Tell | Open to the Public
Wed, Jul 08
Google Meet
MAKE Roanoke hosts Virtual Maker Show & Tells on the Second Wednesday of each month at 6 pm on Google Meet! No sign-in is required to participate!
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MEMBERS (& Guests) ONLY: Community Craft Day
Sat, Jul 11
MAKE Roanoke
Come work on whatever project you want and enjoy the company of fellow MAKE Roanoke Members!
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MEMBERS ONLY: Intro to TIG Welding
Sun, Jul 12
MAKE Roanoke
Come learn the basics of TIG Welding at MAKE Roanoke!
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Maker Minis: Intro to Metrology
Thu, Jul 16
MAKE Roanoke
Come learn how to use calipers and other measuring equipment in this Maker Mini! The skills learned in this Maker Mini will be required for our more advanced Metrology 2 Maker Mini coming in June
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Make a Cutting Board: A 2-Day Class
Sat, Jul 18
MAKE Roanoke
Join us at MAKE Roanoke to craft your own cutting board while learning how to use several tools in our wood shop! This class spans two days, and students must attend both days.
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