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If Not for the Library
Making the Making:Developing Makerspaces in
Public Libraries
Leah KrausDirector of Community
Engagement & ExperienceFayetteville Free Library
Mike CiminoTechnology Innovation &
Integration SpecialistFayetteville Free Library
• Suburban Library• Chartered to serve 10,000• School district highly
ranked in science and math
• Supportive Community• Active Volunteer base
Fayetteville Free Library
How we got started
Space-free making…
FFL Creation LabOur Digital Makerspace!
FFL Fab Lab
Little Makers
Our makerspace for ages 5-8!
Discover. Create. Build.
Drop-in any time, or attend scheduled programs.
Make What?• Crafts• Electronics• Computer Programming• 3D printing• Video and music
production• Sewing• Jewelry• Etc.
Making at the FFL
For the community, by the community
Inviting Community Participation• Capturing
conversations
Community-Led Programs
Inviting Community Participation• Community-driven spaces
What are the outcomes?
Entrepreneurship
Innovation in health and biomedicine
Local Small Business Development
STEAM & 21st Century Literacy Skills
Secret Science Club
Little Makers Creation ClubCreation Club Jr.
Electricity Day Extreme Weather
Community Building
Collaborations
Any Questions?
FAYETTEVILLE FREE LIBRARYHOMEPAGE: WWW.FFLIB.ORGFAQS FOR LIBRARIANS: WWW.FFLIB.ORG/MAKERFAQS MAKING! WWW.FFLIB.ORG/MAKE TWITTER: @FAYETTEVILLELIB
SUSAN CONSIDINEEXECUTIVE DIRECTOR