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xTool Demo Days!

Watch our new xTool fiber/diode laser in action! Can’t make it to this session? See all upcoming dates 👇

Fall Season Released!

Over 200+ classes available, including new activities for the Bernina Longarm Quilting Machine, Bambu 3D Printer, xTool Laser and more!

Operations Bootcamp

Learn from Tom & Dale (cofounders of Maker Works) how to start and maintain your own makerspace in this 5-day intensive.

Longarm Quilting Class

Learn how to use our new longarm quilting machine to work quickly and easily on stationary quilts! Click to see examples of what you can make.

Take a Tour!

Pre-scheduled tours posted for September and October! See them all 👇

Volunteer!

Experience is very rarely necessary — click to see what volunteer opportunities we have coming up!

What IS Maker Works?

Maker Works is Ann Arbor’s largest nonprofit makerspace (AKA hackerspace, tech shop, or DIY workspace). Think of us as a “gym for tools”. Before using most large tools (saws, laser cutters, and such), take a Tool Training class specific to that machine. Afterwards, work here on your terms by becoming a member — whether that’s a day visit, a 10-visit punch pass, an individual month membership, or a larger arrangement for a team. No prior experience is ever required for classes or membership.

How to get started:

**Step 1)** Take a free tour!

Drop in for a free guided tour, or sign up in advance and get a **25% discount code** on your first class after the tour!

Register for a tour

**Step 2)** Get trained on the tools.

Take the classes that you need **(membership *not* required)** in order to safely operate our tools.

See classes calendar

**Step 3)** Use our 14,000 sq ft space!

Once you’re trained on tools, you need **membership** in order to use them on your own.

See membership options

Maker Works is here to help you bring your ideas to life.

Located in Ann Arbor, Michigan, Maker Works was established in 2011 to bring a focus back to making things. Under one roof, we have:

a great selection of tools for wood, metal, textiles, plastic, jewelry, and electronics
- includes industrial-grade machines like laser cutters, mills, lathes, welders, and more
instruction on the safe and efficient use of these tools
SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) for the majority of tools, written and upkept by experienced Maker Works staff
space to make things
a welcoming community of interesting, creative people making things