The people that volunteer there gave a lot of support to the place! They have the relevant…read moretechnical background to support the makerspace.

We were in town for a short visit before heading out to boarding school. My son needed to finish a…read moresummer project and we were very lucky to find this place. Adam was a super volunteer, he is an experienced engineer and came out every weekend to help the kids and adults in the community. This place has everything you need and can be crowded on weekends. We hope to go back there soon.

This is a great makerspace, run by the Brown University engineering department. It is mostly used…read moreby Brown and RISD students, but theoretically open to all. Great selection of tools and scrap materials to help start any type of project. Staffed by an excellent group of monitors who are very knowledgeable and pretty attractive as well.

My son was really stuck with his senior project. It was a 3D printed prosthetic hand that he could…read morenot get printed properly. We contacted Chris who immediately offered to help us out. On top of printing the hand for us on short notice, when he found out it was a school project and then being donated to charity, he offered all his time and equipment for free. The facility was very clean, with a considerable amount of equipment to use for various types of projects.

From the owner: Creatorpult is a Membership-based Makerspace. We provide tools, space and materials for the crafty…read moreand curious to learn and create. Focuses are 3D Printers, Electronics, Robotics and Woodworking.

I saw their production of Bat Boy the Musical on Halloween; several years ago I saw a production…read morethere of Hair. Both times the productions were fantastic! The staff, crew, talent, and everyone involved were so great. The quality of art they produce is superb and I'm looking forward to seeing more shows there!

The other half of myself go to Broadway at least a couple of times a year and before having him in…read moremy life, I've attended a few performances to shows a year . This was a solid performance nice theater great staff . Bat boy kept me entertained, made me laugh and I liked it more than some Broadway shows. I've seen that says a world. Parking was terrible. Not sure if it was because of Halloween but we found something on the street merrily Maria way up. I'd happily come again just know they're not many choices to eat in the town close up by unfortunately five so make a reservation or eat somewhere else.

This is a creative scrappy spot that has huge potential. There is a growing community here…read moreoffering a space for woodworking, metal working, 3d printing, sewing, screen printing, electronics, robotics and more. For anyone that doesn't have space to do work, they want to do or doesn't have the tools or is curious to learn, the brickyard offers an oppurtubity for all of that. Book a tour, check it out. I joined right the same week and im quite a fan.

From the owner: We're a fully equipped makerspace on the North Shore of Massachusetts! We're open 24/7 for members…read moreuse, and open for tours by appointment only. Please contact us to set up a visit!

Cool makerspace with laser cutting, woodworking, 3D printing, electronics tools, and more. They…read morehold workshops occasionally and members get access to the shop 24/7 (though I'm not one and can't speak to that level of access).

From the owner: Cambridge Hackspace is a 501(c)3 non profit maker space in the center of Somerville, MA. We hold…read moreweekly meetings where we get together and make things.

I love this place! It is a perfect way to spend a lazy afternoon making a custom craft gift (or…read morepersonal use decorative). I am not the most crafty person (far from it), but they were able to help this guy make a beautiful Christmas present (wine carrier in my case) with pre-set or custom designs. They made it fun (full of coffee / tea + cookies), while there is this borderline addictive painting and gluing. Oh and the staff is super helpful and happy to work with you through all your color decisions / gluing troubles. Great for: 1. Friend bonding 2. 7th date 3. lazy day 4. Reunions Bad for: 1. 1st dates 2. Break ups

From the owner: The Makery is a creative space for makers of all kinds. We are a hub for ideas, design, and…read moreinnovation as well as an enriching center for learning, art, culture, and social interaction. We maintain a collaborative, community workspace with the essential tools and expertise for people to develop their skills and bring their ideas to life.

I've been a member at Artisan's Asylum since 2017, and it's been one of the most meaningful…read morecreative communities I've been part of. I started out pretty tentatively, just learning and exploring. Over time, I got more involved and eventually became the laser shop lead for four years. That experience opened the door for me to build a small business creating bamboo candle lanterns and piggy banks--something I never would have been able to do on my own without access to the tools and support there. That's really what makes a makerspace like this so special. You get access to equipment that would be wildly expensive (and impractical) to own yourself, and you're surrounded by people who are both learning and generously sharing what they know. A recent moment really drove that home for me. I needed to test out my tent system for an upcoming show, but the weather outside was terrible. I was able to set everything up in the common space and run a full test. Honestly--such a small thing, but incredibly helpful, and exactly the kind of flexibility that makes this place so valuable. These days, my focus has shifted to painting, and having studio space at the Asylum has been just as important for this next chapter. I have the room I need to work in encaustic, lay out panels, prep surfaces, and wrap finished pieces for transport. The shared spaces make all of that possible in a way that would be hard to replicate anywhere else. It's a welcoming, diverse environment with something for everyone--whether you're just curious or looking to build something serious. If you've ever thought about trying something new, take a class and see where it leads. You might surprise yourself. Time to get creative.

completed the jewelry 101 course. Fantastic instructor who led us through a series of steps…read morelearning the correct techniques on every tool in the Artisan's Asylum jewelry shop. We completed a ring (which my wife liked) over the two day 6 hour course. I have had some previous experience but this was an excellent learning process that taught me many things that improved my skills. Highly recommend taking this learning journey!! Great value for your money.

I love this place, everyone is so nice. Take a class - very inexpensive…read more Easy walk from the T or park nearby. Not an issue

An old friend is a prominent member and instructor, Dale Savit. This past fall we drove east for…read morefall colors, clam chowder,and a couple of Dale's pieces. This is a great place to visit if you can, and hey, it's across a parking lot from Sam Adams brewery too!