1. Makerspaces in Libraries
inspiring Creation in a Consumption-Heavy culture
Brian Audano

2. What Is A MakerSpace?
A space for invention, collaboration and creation
A space that fosters exploration and play
A space for peer-to-peer learning
A space that develops a culture of creation rather than consumption 

3. Sample Makerspace

4. Components Arduino Espresso Book Machine Modela
Open Source Software designed to allow novice designers to create simple electronics
Prints and binds books in minutes; can be used for self-publishing or high-demand titles
Woodworking tool; capable of "databasing parts"

5. Makerspaces for young adults

6. Implementation
Collaboration
Centralization
Entrepreneurship

7. Collaboration Partner with local makerspaces and businesses
Allow use of other facilities
Fulfill complementary needs

8. Centralization Consolidate pre-existing resources to cut costs
Applies to tech, space, and staffing
Implement cloud systems to store individual patrons' works across multiple sessions and platforms

9. Entrepreneurship Put makerspace in highly-visible location
Advocate for consolidation of older collections to provide space
Cut costs whenever possible

10. Further Reading Travis Good - Three Makerspace Models That Work
Lauren Britton – The Making of Maker Spaces
Buffy Hamilton - Makerspaces, Participatory Learning, and Libraries
Metropolitan New York Library Council – From Hacks to Stacks: Makerspaces and Librarybox
Ellyssa Kroski - A Librarian's Guide to Makerspaces: 16 Resources
Phil Goerner – Creating a School Library Makerspace