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Makerspaces

Libraries Makerspaces are open to UMN folks from all majors, programs, and skill levels. Equipment and materials are always free for UMN students, staff, and faculty.

You'll find 3D printers, smart cutters for vinyl stickers and other materials, soldering irons, sewing machines, VR headsets, rotary tools, and software for 3D modelling and embroidery design. Plus, basic supplies for prototyping and crafting.

Drop-in hours for each space are listed at the links below.

Health Sciences Library Makerspace

Diehl Hall, room 314 (third floor)
hslmakerspace@umn.edu

Panoramic view of the Health Sciences Library Makerspace

Walter Library Breakerspace

Walter Library, Toaster Innovation Hub (basement level)
breakerspace@umn.edu

Panoramic view of the Walter Library Breakerspace

Other makerspaces and design spaces at UMN

Anderson Student Innovation Labs (Mechanical Engineering Building, East Bank)
College of Design FABshops (Rapson Hall, East Bank and McNeal Hall, St. Paul)
EStudio (Regis Center West, West Bank)
XYZ Lab (Regis Center East, West Bank) -- by appointment only
Bakken Medical Device Center (Mayo Building, East Bank)

(Campus Makerspaces poster: download PDF)

List of makerspaces and shops on campus, including location, room number, and types of equipment.