Services
Makerspace

The Annie Gotwald Makerspace and STEM Lab

The Makerspace is named in honor of nine-year-old Ann Gotwald, a bright and inquisitive young girl whose favorite subject in school was S.T.E.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics). Annie dreamed of becoming an engineer and building rockets for NASA. Her curiosity and fearlessness in the face of challenges were truly inspiring, and although her life was tragically cut short, her legacy will live on through this space.

Public Makerspace Services

WWPL's Makerspace offers services to the public for only the price of materials.

To get started email makerspace@wwpl.lib.in.us to ask questions or book a time to come in and work with our team.

3D Printing
Bring in your model files from home or drop by during our open hours for a demo. We have a set of 3D printers and filament and can work with you to ensure your print is a solid success. Click to see prices.
We offer several colors of PLA filament. You pay 5¢ per gram, which usually works out to a few dollars for small-to-medium-sized prints. You are also able to bring your own PLA to print free of charge. Contact us or drop by during open hours to get started!
Laser Cutting and Engraving
Our Glowforge can cut and engrave a wide variety of materials and we can work with you to properly prepare your own designs and ideas before they see the (laser) light of day.
Large-Format Printing
The HP plotter printer can print documents on 24" and 36" paper. Bring in your high-resolution photos or documents on a USB drive or email them to us to get started. Click to see current prices.
Documents (mostly text):
$3/ft on 36" roll OR $2/ft on 24" roll

Photos:
$5/ft on 36" roll OR $3/ft on 24" roll

*Whether a print is a document or a photo is at the discretion of makerspace staff
Recording Studio
Need to record the latest episode of your podcast or shoot some sweet promo pics? Our Recording Studio is set up to record you and your guests, as well as to provide tools for photographing products and people.
Mac with Garage Band, Audacity, and other audio recording software
✦ light stands and backdrop
✦ light box for product photos
✦ audio interface with three sets of studio headphones and microphones
Reserve studio time

STEM Lab

Through a grant from the Ann K. Gotwald Fund, we are able to offer workshops, lessons, and other STEM education services. Drop by during open hours or email us to discuss options and make sure to keep an eye on the OWWN calendar as we continue to add more events to the schedule!

Coding
Using micro:bits, KaiBots, and more, kids are able to explore the basics of programming with block coding and then progressing to real-world languages Python and JavaScript.
Robotics
Kids can explore the intersection of coding and manipulating the real world using tools like Dobot robotic arms and various vehicular kits.

Makerspace Team

Makerspace Team

Eli
Makerspace and IT Manager
Elena
Makerspace Assistant

Open Hours

Feel free to drop in during these times to see the space, get feedback on a project idea, or ask any questions you have! You can also email us at makerspace@wwpl.lib.in.us with any questions or concerns.

Monday

2-5pm

Tuesday

4-7pm

Thursday

11am-3pm

Friday

3-6pm

Saturday

2-5pm