We now have 2 locations open 7 days a week! Our Mt. Washington branch has joined Central Library as our second location to offer Sunday hours from 1:00–5:00 PM.
FRIDAY, MAY 10th | All BCPL locations will be closed for staff development.
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Discover the wonderful intersection between art and technology! We provide the tools and resources you need to Make It @ the Library.
About the Maker Lab @Central Library
From 3D printing to textile crafting, the MakerLab is a unique environment geared toward creativity and experimentation. This hands-ons makerspace provides the tools, training, support, and inspiration you need to turn your idea into reality. Educators, students, tinkerers, and inventors are invited to explore what’s possible in scheduled workshops and during available lab hours.
Temporary Maker Lab hours* are:
Wednesday, April 3rd — Available by appointment only
Thursday April 4th — 3:00-7:00 PMfor walk-ins and appointments
Friday, April 5th — Available by appointment only
Saturday, April 6th — 9:00 AM–5:00 PMfor walk-ins and appointments
Sunday, April 7th–Monday, April 8th — CLOSED
Tuesday, April 9th — 12:00-7:00 PMfor walk-ins and appointments
Wednesday, April 10th — Available by appointment only
Thursday April 11th — 3:00-7:00 PMfor walk-ins and appointments
Friday, April 12th — 9:00 AM–5:00 PMfor walk-ins and appointments
Saturday, April 13th — Available by appointment only
*Temporary hours will vary from week to week while we are in the process of hiring a new lab assistant.
Regular Open Lab hours are:
Tuesday–Thursday, 12:00–7:00 PM Friday & Saturday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM Available hours may vary due to staff shortages.
Call to check or confirm availability: 502-543-7675 ext. 2013
Patrons must complete the equipment-specific training before they are permitted to use or reserve a Maker Lab station outside of a library program. Training is available by appointment or on a first-come, first-served basis on open lab days.
Reservations for each station are limited to a fixed number of hours per day; maximum times vary by equipment.
Equipment is available for use by patrons ages 8 and up. As a safety measure, users 8–12 must be accompanied by an adult. Users 13–17 may use the equipment without special supervision provided an adult guardian signs a waiver in advance.
A nominal fee is required for use of the 3D and sublimation printers to cover material costs. Patrons are encouraged to bring their own materials for all machines except for the 3D printer; materials must be approved by library staff to verify compatibility.
3D printing services are now available at all BCPL locations! Scheduled public-use hours are Friday & Saturday, 10:00 AM–4:00 PM.
Please note:
Patrons must complete required 3D Printer training before they are permitted to use the printer independently. Training may be completed during the scheduled classes at Central Library or at your preferred branch location by appointment. Appointment times will be determined by student and trainer availability.
After training is completed, patrons may schedule 3D printer time during public-use hours for a maximum of 4 hours per day,
If you are unable to visit the library during set public-use hours, additional access may be scheduled in advance at the discretion of the branch management team.
3D printers will be available on a first-come, first-served basis when not in use during public-access hours.
