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Home » For Makers and Crafters » The Shop

The Shop

The Library's Makerspace

The Shop: Where People and Ideas Connect
The Shop: Where People & Ideas Connect

Interested in free classes and training?

Free programs in The Shop regularly cover sewing techniques, 3D printing projects, social crafting events like Collage Club and introductions to technology like the Silhouette Cameo Cutter, Glowforge Laser Cutter and more.

Explore events & classes

Need help with a project or a new tool?

Open Lab is a great time to work on personal or collaborative projects, get feedback, or try something new—drop in whenever The Shop is open! Staff will be on hand to answer questions and offer help. Makers must be nine or older to attend Open Lab.

Drop in for Open Lab

An active Library card and a completed Maker User Agreement are required for all participants.

Phone

The Shop: 703-228-7718
Library Info: 703-228-5990

Manager, Emma Pruss

Hours

Monday: CLOSED
Tuesday: 12 - 5 p.m.
Wednesday: 12 - 5 p.m.
Thursday: 12 - 8 p.m.
Friday: 12 - 5 p.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Sunday: CLOSED

Location

Central Library, 2nd Floor
1015 North Quincy Street
Arlington VA 22201

Link to Open Lab Equipment List.

Equipment List and Reservations

Link to Technology Guides and Recorded Classes.

Technology Guides and Recorded Classes

Link to 3D Printing request form.

3D Printing Requests

Link to make an appointment for 3D printing and design.

3D Printing Consultation

Technology and equipment in The Shop are made possible in part by the
Friends of the Arlington Public Library.

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