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Makerspace Pass
3-month pass $90
1-month pass $40!

Makerspace Hours:

- Mondays 5:00pm - 9:00pm
- Thursdays 5:00pm - 9:00pm
- Sundays 10:00am- 5:00pm

Drop in for a tour, and tell us what YOU want to make!

400 Roberson St, Carrboro
For more information, contact Tyler Dennis: tdennis@artscenterlive.org!

 MakerSpace Menu 

Three adults showing a young boy a 3d printed object in ArtsCenters MakerSpace

Youth Center

Introducing our Youth Education Center, a realm of endless exploration and innovation. With access to our STEAM Lab, your ideas have no limits. Here, you can tap into cutting-edge technologies, inspiring materials, and meet mentors to guide you on your creative journey.

TECHNOLOGY LAB

Welcome to your tech paradise at the Technology Lab! Equipped with next-generation audio and video technologies like green screens, video projectors, DAW controllers, and large monitors, this is your space to experiment, learn, and push the boundaries of your craft.
Sewing machine on table

FIBER ARTS STUDIO

Discover a textile haven in the Fiber Arts Lab. Gain access to tools like industrial sewing machines, laser cutters, sewing tables. This is your space to enhance your craft and explore the endless possibilities of fiber arts.
Three adults showing a young boy a 3d printed object in ArtsCenters MakerSpace

Youth Center

Introducing our Youth Education Center, a realm of endless exploration and innovation. With access to our STEAM Lab, your ideas have no limits. Here, you can tap into cutting-edge technologies, inspiring materials, and meet mentors to guide you on your creative journey.

TECHNOLOGY LAB

Welcome to your tech paradise at the Technology Lab! Equipped with next-generation audio and video technologies like green screens, video projectors, DAW controllers, and large monitors, this is your space to experiment, learn, and push the boundaries of your craft.
Sewing machine on table

FIBER ARTS STUDIO

Discover a textile haven in the Fiber Arts Lab. Gain access to tools like industrial sewing machines, laser cutters, sewing tables. This is your space to enhance your craft and explore the endless possibilities of fiber arts.

Bambu Carbon x-1

Bambu Carbon x-1

Build Volume: 256 × 256 × 256 mm

can handle a variety of materials including PLA, PETG, TPU, ABS, ASA, PVA, PET Ideal for PA, PC, and Carbon/Glass Fiber Reinforced Polymer. PLA filament is provided at the Makerspace in a variety of colors. If you wish to purchase specialty colors or materials for your prints, we can provide recommendations and assist with using it on our printers.

User Guides

LASER ENGRAVER

Bed: 18″x32″, with a maximum height of 8″.

Various scrap materials are free to use with a makerspace pass, but most people bring their own laser cutting material.

Rotary attachment accommodates cylindrical objects with a diameter up to 4″, most commonly used for glasses, bottles, tumblers, etc.

Most designs are prepared using Adobe Illustrator, but any image can be used as a starting point.

User Guide

FIBER ARTS STUDIO

Discover a textile haven in the Fiber Arts Lab. Gain access to tools like industrial sewing machines, laser cutters, sewing tables. This is your space to enhance your craft and explore the endless possibilities of fiber arts.

Frequently asked questions

Makerspace patrons are encouraged t bring their own materials for their specific projects. 3D printing filament is included in the price, but users who do many large prints or need a specific color are encouraged to donate a spool. Scrap materials for laser cutting/engraving are available.


Due to staffing and accomodating the programming needs of The ArtsCenter, the current makerspace hours are limited. If you need access to the Makerspace outside of those hours, please contact tdennis@artscenterlive.org to schedule availability.

Hours: Sunday 10am-5pm
Monday 5pm-9pm
Thursday 5pm-9p,




Nope! Although we offer artschool classes such as laser engraving, all you need is an idea and our friendly makerspace staff will be happy to assist you using.
1-month Pass $40
3-month Pass $90

Attend A MakerSpace Workshop!

Host a 3D-Printing Workshop for Your Group!

🌟 Perfect for teams, friends, students, or curious minds!
Custom-tailored to your needs.

Gather 3+ people and dive into the exciting world of 3D-printing! Our hands-on workshop covers:
✅ Design basics & slicing software
✅ Printer operation & safety tips
✅ Material insights & troubleshooting
✅ Your own 3D-printed creation to take home

Only $15 per person (includes materials & guidance).
*Ideal for ages 12+ — beginners welcome!*

📅 Ready to book? Email Tyler at TDennis@artscenterlive.org to pick a date and time.

Check out our current offerings or click here to schedule directly on our registration platform.

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