About
The T. David Palmer Maker Space located at the Farmington Library, 6 Monteith Drive is a place where community members can gather to collaborate, create, learn and invent in a safe space using tools and technologies that they may not otherwise have access to.
How can I use thIS space?
A training appointment is required prior to the use of any of our equipment.
- Ages 18 + for Glowforge Training
- Ages 12+ for all other equipment
Call Information Services at 860-673-6791 or email us at makerspace@farmingtonlibraries.org to book an appointment.
Office Hours
Come and see what we are working on in our Maker Space! Our Maker Space librarian will be working on various projects in the Maker Space every week, so it is the perfect time to stop in and say hello.
Upcoming Events
Join us in our MakerSpace for STEAM related fun! Get an introduction to our equipment like the 3D printer and Cricut while getting some hands-on experience.
Disclaimer(s)
Tinkering Tweens: Haunted Halloween Cupboards
Join us in our MakerSpace for STEAM related fun! Get an introduction to our equipment like the 3D printer and Cricut while getting some hands-on experience.
Disclaimer(s)
Join us in our MakerSpace for STEAM related fun! Get an introduction to our equipment like the 3D printer and Cricut while getting some hands-on experience.
Disclaimer(s)
Bambu Lab X1C 3D Printer
Bambu Lab X1C, equipped with extra cooling and a hardened nozzle and drive gear, unlocks a wider selection of materials, including PA, PC, PET, and TPU, and specializes in carbon fiber and glass fiber reinforced polymers. The active vibration compensation (XY) algorithm and extrusion compensation guarantees extra smoothness and gets you good prints.
Brother NS85E Sewing Machine
This lightweight machine is packed full of features, which is great for beginner and experienced seamstresses alike.
- 80 built-in stitches, including 10 one-step auto-size buttonhole styles
- 55 alphanumeric characters
- Stitch selection via 10-digit keypad and large, easy to read LCD display
- Ability to combine stitches for great creativity
- Built-in needle threading system
Button Machine
Super fast two-step button making process. "Swivel die stop" ensures upper and lower die alignment. 1.46" size buttons and graphic punch.