Kalamazoo Makerspace

We make with
What will you make with?

You bring Creativity
We provide Tools

Where creativity meets craftsmanship.

About Us

Ideas Built by Hand
Guided by Innovation

Tools, space, and mentorship to bring your vision to life.

About Us

Michigan Made

A community-driven hub for makers, tinkerers, and creators.

About Us
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What is a makerspace?

A makerspace is a shared workshop where people create, experiment, and build together—using tools that are rare, specialized, expensive, or simply too large for most individuals to own.


Most makerspaces operate in libraries, schools, or universities.

We are unique in being a membership funded non-profit organization.

A place where curiosity meets craftsmanship
for every maker to turn ideas into impact, together.

What We Offer

Click an item to get a list of equipment in each section.

How our makerspace works

  • We are a volunteer operated 501(c)(3) non-profit, nobody gets paid.
  • Everyone pitches in, whether it’s giving tours or taking out the trash
  • Our tool collection grows through donated and loaned gear from makers
  • Membership fees keep the lights on — rent, utilities, insurance, supplies, repairs, outreach
  • Safety first: members complete training before they’re turned loose on the machines.
Learn More About Us

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Tours are free and no pressure.
We like showing the space to new groups!


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What Our Members Say

Hear from makers who are part of our community.

Chris

Chris

Makerspace Member

★★★★★

"Kzoo Makers is easily one of the most inspiring spaces I've encountered. The range of equipment is impressive, but what really sets it apart is the community."

Riley

Riley

Makerspace Member

★★★★★

"Before joining Kzoo Makers, most of my projects stalled out halfway. Having immediate access to people who understand fabrication workflows changed that."

Taylor

Taylor

Workshop Attendee

★★★★★

"Kzoo Makers gave me my first exposure to metalworking tools that most hobbyists can't justify at home. It's one of the few places where experimentation and discipline coexist."

Avery

Avery

Makerspace Member

★★★★★

"What surprised me most is the range of skills represented here. The reciprocity feels natural. It's collaborative without drifting into chaos."

Sigrid

Sigrid

KLUG Member

★★★★★

"I like how inclusive and creative people are here, this space is special to me because it's like my second home after the coffee shop of course!"

Chris

Chris

Makerspace Member

★★★★★

"Kzoo Makers is easily one of the most inspiring spaces I've encountered. The range of equipment is impressive, but what really sets it apart is the community."

Riley

Riley

Makerspace Member

★★★★★

"Before joining Kzoo Makers, most of my projects stalled out halfway. Having immediate access to people who understand what I am doing changed that."

Taylor

Taylor

Workshop Attendee

★★★★★

"Kzoo Makers gave me my first exposure to metalworking tools that most hobbyists can't justify at home. It's one of the few places where experimentation comes at a low cost."

Avery

Avery

Makerspace Member

★★★★★

"What surprised me most is the range of skills represented here. The reciprocity feels natural, not performative. It's collaborative without drifting into chaos."

Sigrid

Sigrid

KLUG Member

★★★★★

"I like how inclusive and creative people are here, this space is special to me because it's like my second home after the coffee shop of course!"

Austin

Austin

Makerspace Member

★★★★★

"As a small business owner prototyping new products, I found the makerspace invaluable. The real value comes from the people and culture of collaboration."

Sam

Sam

Makerspace Member

★★★★★

"I came for access to a 3D printer and ended up learning far more about electronics diagnostics than I planned. That honesty makes learning efficient instead of frustrating."

Jordan

Jordan

Makerspace Member

★★★★★

"I joined to prototype a product idea, and the environment forced me to confront weak points in my process. The space removes excuses and exposes gaps you didn't notice."

Morgan

Morgan

Makerspace Member

★★★★★

"I've worked in corporate engineering labs, but accessibility was always limited. Here, the tools and space are straightforward to book. It's not just equipment—it's operational freedom."

James

James

Makerspace Member

★★★★★

"I've got all this equipment at my house, but after woodworking for 33 years it's boring at home. I like how I can come in to the building and collaborate and bounce ideas off peoples heads."

Austin

Austin

Makerspace Member

★★★★★

"As a small business owner prototyping new products, I found the makerspace invaluable. The real value comes from the people and culture of collaboration."

Sam

Sam

Makerspace Member

★★★★★

"I came for access to a 3D printer and ended up learning far more about electronics diagnostics than I planned. That honesty makes learning efficient instead of frustrating."

Jordan

Jordan

Makerspace Member

★★★★★

"I joined to prototype a product idea, and the environment forced me to confront weak points in my process. The space removes excuses and exposes gaps you didn't notice."

Morgan

Morgan

Makerspace Member

★★★★★

"I've worked in corporate engineering labs, but accessibility was always limited. Here, the tools and space are straightforward to book. It's not just equipment—it's operational freedom."

Parker

Parker

Makerspace Member

★★★★★

"The biggest shift for me has been confidence in tool proficiency. At home I hesitated before every cut or print. Here, measured feedback from experienced members eliminates that uncertainty."

Lucas

Lucas

KLUG Member

★★★★★

"I go to Kalamazoo Linux Users group and I use Linux, people are very friendly at The Makerspace. Thank you for listening Ryan."

James

James

Makerspace Member

★★★★★

"I've got all this equipment at my house, but after woodworking for 33 years it's boring at home. I like how I can come in to the building and collaborate and bounce ideas off peoples heads."

Sigrid

Sigrid

KLUG Member

★★★★★

"I like how inclusive and creative people are here, this space is special to me because it's like my second home after the coffee shop of course!"

Chris

Chris

Makerspace Member

★★★★★

"Experienced members are generous with their knowledge, and new makers are encouraged to dive in without intimidation. You walk in with an idea and leave with something real in your hands."

Riley

Riley

Makerspace Member

★★★★★

"I've gone from guesswork to deliberate iteration, especially with wood CNC and safety practices. It's the first place where my ideas stop being hypothetical."

Parker

Parker

Makerspace Member

★★★★★

"The biggest shift for me has been confidence in tool proficiency. At home I hesitated before every cut or print. Here, measured feedback from experienced members eliminates that uncertainty."

Lucas

Lucas

KLUG Member

★★★★★

"I go to Kalamazoo Linux Users group and I use Linux, people are very friendly at The Makerspace. Thank you for listening Ryan."

James

James

Makerspace Member

★★★★★

"I've got all this equipment at my house, but after woodworking for 33 years it's boring at home. I like how I can come in to the building and collaborate and bounce ideas off peoples heads."

Sigrid

Sigrid

KLUG Member

★★★★★

"I like how inclusive and creative people are here, this space is special to me because it's like my second home after the coffee shop of course!"

Chris

Chris

Makerspace Member

★★★★★

"Experienced members are generous with their knowledge, and new makers are encouraged to dive in without intimidation. You walk in with an idea and leave with something real in your hands."

Riley

Riley

Makerspace Member

★★★★★

"I've gone from guesswork to deliberate iteration, especially with wood CNC and safety practices. It's the first place where my ideas stop being hypothetical."