Makerspaces

This information was featured in Creative Copy (CC), a Wisconsin Arts Board (WAB) e-newsletter that distributes information to artists and arts organizations. You can find more resources in WAB's online database. If you think we missed something, or if you have a question, reach out to WAB via email at artsboard@wisconsin.gov or phone at 608-266-0190. If you haven't already, make sure to join our email list to receive CC and other WAB resources!

What are makerspaces? Why are makerspaces? Where are makerspaces?

We were inspired by a recent story published by Arts Midwest on makerspaces, and want to bring a specific focus in this week's edition of CC to all of the makerspaces in Wisconsin (spoiler alert: we have a lot!). If you aren't familiar, makerspaces are community operated, usually non-profit, cooperative spaces that encourage learning, making, innovating, tinkering, and teaching. Makerspaces vary in size and capacity, but most makerspaces are creative hubs where people can go to use tools and materials, while collaborating with creatives in the STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) fields.