MAKE Roanoke

MAKE Roanoke A non-profit community makerspace in Roanoke, Virginia with access to tools and classes to learn new skills.

Fiber Arts, 3D Printing, Metal Shop, Wood Shop, Laser Cutter, and Electronics equipment available!

MAKE Roanoke has received over $730 thanks to shoppers like you using your Kroger Rewards card at checkout! Setting up y...
10/10/2026

MAKE Roanoke has received over $730 thanks to shoppers like you using your Kroger Rewards card at checkout! Setting up your Kroger Rewards to support MAKE Roanoke takes only a minute and when you scan your card at checkout, Kroger donates some money to MAKE Roanoke at no cost to you!

Just follow the instructions to set up your Kroger Rewards card online!

Don't miss your chance to make your very own, one of a kind cutting board at MAKE Roanoke! This 2-day class (students MU...
10/08/2026

Don't miss your chance to make your very own, one of a kind cutting board at MAKE Roanoke! This 2-day class (students MUST attend both days) is on November 7 & 8 from 1-4 PM, and utilizes a variety of woodshop tools to make a unique wooden cutting board. Recommended for ages 16+, minors must be accompanied by an adult. Cost is $65, get your tickets on our website!

Come learn the fundamentals of safely working on basic household electrical wiring, the stuff every homeowner wishes the...
10/07/2026

Come learn the fundamentals of safely working on basic household electrical wiring, the stuff every homeowner wishes they knew in this class on Household Electrical Wiring on October 18! Buy your tickets on our website now!

MAKE Roanoke hosts Virtual Maker Show & Tells on the Second Wednesday of each month at 6 pm on Google Meet! No sign-in i...
10/07/2026

MAKE Roanoke hosts Virtual Maker Show & Tells on the Second Wednesday of each month at 6 pm on Google Meet! No sign-in is required to participate!

Come hang out with other makers of all crafts, learn about MAKE Roanoke's updates on our Makerspace in Roanoke, VA, and show off that cool project you've been working on!

These meetings are open to the public, all crafts and skill levels welcome! Feel free to just hang out as well!

MAKE Roanoke is thrilled to host another laser engraving class on November 6! Come customize your very own slate coaster...
10/06/2026

MAKE Roanoke is thrilled to host another laser engraving class on November 6! Come customize your very own slate coasters using our desktop 10W Diode Laser and the LightBurn software. Recommended for ages 16+, Buy your tickets on our website!

Did you know? Our members enjoy 24/7 access to our makerspace and all the tools they're trained on for only $50 a month!...
10/01/2026

Did you know? Our members enjoy 24/7 access to our makerspace and all the tools they're trained on for only $50 a month!

If you want to become a member, or just see what MAKE Roanoke has to offer, come to one of our General Orientations! It's free and there's no pressure to join.

They happen 3X a month:
๐Ÿ“… First Thursdays at 6:30 PM
๐Ÿ“… Second Mondays at 8:00 PM
๐Ÿ“… Last Saturdays at 11:00 AM

They last about an hour and consist of:
1. A tour of the makerspace and our 7 shop areas: wood, metal, 3D printing, laser, electronics, fiber arts, and stained glass
2. A 15 minute video that covers our policies
3. Membership signups for anyone who would like to join (totally optional!)

Please note:
- Closed toed shoes are required as we are an active workshop!
- Minimum age is 8 years old, with adult supervision
- Discounted memberships are available for Students, Couples, Low-Income, and Annual Memberships.

RSVP at mkroa.org/events

Come make your very own seam ripper on our wood lathe at MAKE Roanoke! This class is suitable for beginners ages 16+. Bu...
09/29/2026

Come make your very own seam ripper on our wood lathe at MAKE Roanoke! This class is suitable for beginners ages 16+. Buy your tickets on our website!

Don't miss out on this Stained Glass class at MAKE Roanoke on October 25! Students will assemble their own pre-cut glass...
09/28/2026

Don't miss out on this Stained Glass class at MAKE Roanoke on October 25! Students will assemble their own pre-cut glass project and learn how to cut straight and curved lines in glass! Buy your tickets on our website!

Join us at MAKE Roanoke for another FREE Maker Mini on October 28 at 6 pm, this one will show you how to get the most ou...
09/28/2026

Join us at MAKE Roanoke for another FREE Maker Mini on October 28 at 6 pm, this one will show you how to get the most out of your table saw with various table saw jigs. Suitable for beginners, recommended for ages 16+.

Join us on October 25 for another FREE Maker Mini! This one is an informational overview on Chain Mail Weaving. If you'v...
09/25/2026

Join us on October 25 for another FREE Maker Mini! This one is an informational overview on Chain Mail Weaving. If you've ever wanted to up your cosplay game with your own chainmail, this is a great starting point. This event is open to the public and suitable for ages 10+! Participants will get to leave with a bag of chain mail rings to try their own hand at the craft as well!

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128 Albemarle Avenue SE, Unit B
Roanoke, VA
24013

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