About
The Collaboratory is our 2,400-square-foot makerspace, digital media lab, and coworking space It contains a wide variety of state-of-the-art technology as well as traditional handcrafting tools. The Collaboratory is divided into two areas. The main space contains computers, work tables, a horseshoe booth with a projection and collaboration system, and a popup photography/video studio. The smaller room, which we’ve named the Vault, houses the equipment that requires staff supervision. We provide individual instruction about the more complex equipment as well as small group maker activities.
The Collaboratory is made possible, in part, by a grant from the Connecticut State Library
Full-Service Hours
- Monday-Friday: 9:30-1:00 & 1:30-9:00
- Saturday: 9:30-1:00 & 1:30-5:00
- Sunday: 12:00-4:00
Collaboratory Equipment
3D Printer
The Ultimaker S3 is a reliable and efficient 3D printer suitable for a huge variety of applications. It is located across from the Information Desk.
Bicycle Repair
Our bicycle repair stand, truing stand, and tools will help get your bike in road- or trail-worthy condition.
Board Games
Bring your friends anytime and play one (or more) of the many current and classic board games we collect. We also have board games you can borrow for game night at home.
Bookbinding Machine
Bind up to 500 pages with our Fellowes Galaxy-E 500 plastic comb binding machine.
Button Makers
Advertise your organization, favorite cause, or upcoming event with custom pinback buttons.
CNC Machine
The Carvera desktop CNC machine carves 3D designs in wood and plastic.
Library of Things
Used for weaving and tapestry projects the Cricket loom is both light and portable, perfect for beginners and seasoned weavers.
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