Lansing Makers Network sets up first maker space in Temple Club

The plan to create a maker space in Lansing isn't new, but the space itself is. The Lansing Makers Network began to form more than a year ago with representatives from many of the area's guilds, clubs and creative groups getting together to discuss the creation of a physical location where members could access tools and materials to make things. This week, that dream is beginning to take shape with the Lansing Makers Network's new, temporary location in Old Town's Temple Club. 

 

"This provides a hub of creative activity," says Lansing Makers Network Board President Brian Adams. "It provides a place for people to collaborate come up with ideas and get their hands dirty. This is what a lot of people are doing in their garages already, but we want to take the level of what we do as makers up a notch."

 

While a permanent space is planned in an alternate space, the Temple Club gives the membership-based, volunteer-driven group a place to get started. Members of the Lansing Makers Network have 24-hour access to the space where 3D printers, laser cutters and other tools are available, and even more equipment will be added as the organization grows. 

 

"We're going to be what our members want us to be," says Adams. "If we mainly want to be a 3D printing space, or a metalworker space, or a woodshop, that's what it will be. We're trying to drum up members who will help define it."

 

Adams anticipates Lansing Makers Network will operate from the Temple Club for a few months until their permanent spot is available. The goal of the organization is to continue to grow their community of makers, both hobbyists and entrepreneurs, and develop their workshop. Those interested in joining Lansing Makers Network can visit the website to learn more.