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Aurora Public Library Makerspaces

The Aurora Public Library features innovative makerspaces at select library locations. These spaces are designed to spark creativity and learning.

Each makerspace is uniquely equipped and will vary by location.

These locations also host workshops, classes and open lab hours to help users of all skill levels learn new techniques and connect with fellow makers.

Click the links below for more information or to schedule a reservation:

MLK makerspace, tables lined up with on wall

New to our makerspaces?

Welcome!

If this is your first time using our Makerspace, we invite you to sign up for one of our programs.

Please note:

  • Users under the age of 18 must be accompanied and directly supervised by a parent, guardian, or approved staff member at all times while using the Aurora Public Library Makerspace.
  • Patrons interested in drop-in use must complete an equipment training session and sign the User Agreement before using the space independently.
  • Only users aged 18 and older are eligible for certification for independent use of the Makerspace and its equipment.


To sign up for an equipment training session, click the link below:

3d Printer

Makerspace Locations:

Location Open Hours
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Today's hours

We're open 10:00AM to 6:00PM

We're closed Thursday July 02 due to City of Aurora Employee Furlough - City Facilities Closed
We're closed Saturday July 04 due to Independence Day
Mon, Jun 29 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Tue, Jun 30 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Wed, Jul 01 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Thu, Jul 02 Closed
(City of Aurora Employee Furlough - City Facilities Closed)
Fri, Jul 03 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jul 04 Closed
(Independence Day)
Sun, Jul 05 Closed

Makerspace Hours:

  • Monday - Saturday
  • 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Equipment:

  • Singer Heavy Duty Sewing Machine
Hoffman Heights makerspace, empty room with tables, chairs and computer station
Location Open Hours
Skip Location Open Hours widget

Today's hours

We're open 10:00AM to 6:00PM

We're closed Thursday July 02 due to City of Aurora Employee Furlough - City Facilities Closed
We're closed Saturday July 04 due to Independence Day
Mon, Jun 29 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Tue, Jun 30 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Wed, Jul 01 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Thu, Jul 02 Closed
(City of Aurora Employee Furlough - City Facilities Closed)
Fri, Jul 03 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jul 04 Closed
(Independence Day)
Sun, Jul 05 Closed

Makerspace Hours:

  • Tuesday - Friday 
  • 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Equipment:

  • xTool S1 laser cutter
  • Cricut Explore 4
  • Singer M1500 Sewing Machines
  • Brother CE1155 Computerized Sewing Machine
  • Prusa 3D Printers
MLK makerspace, empty room with rows of tables and chairs with electrical outlets suspended from the ceiling