Rockford MakerSpace

Rockford MakerSpace is a 501(c)(3) non-profit community workshop and laboratory. The space is an environment for tinkerers, artists, engineers, designers, machinists, hobbyists, programmers, makers, and thinkers to collaborate and have access to tools and learning opportunities to pursue their interests.

The space is for…

…tinkerers and builders who would love to have a shop at home, but for lack of space can’t set something up in the apartment, condo, etc. where they live.

…inventors, entrepreneurs, and start-ups who need to develop and prototype their ideas.

…artists who need access to specialized equipment and instruction on how to build their vision.

…educators who want to learn about and incorporate STEAM (Science Technology Engineering Arts and Math) into their curriculum.

…small businesses that need access to equipment for new product development or other occasional needs.

…retirees looking for a place to take their hobby to the next level — or looking for a new hobby.

…those who want to learn about and explore the intersection of technology, manufacturing, and the arts.

…hobbyists to learn from and collaborate with others who have similar interests (robotics, model building, glass blowing, woodworking… any creative pursuit).

…individuals interested in learning new technical and manufacturing skills to make themselves more marketable in today’s job market.