The Makery

Photo of The Makery in Rose Library, including a computer that says, "The Makery - what will you make today?", several 3D printers, and a large round pillar with colorful vinyl stickers adhered to it.

Create, tinker, craft, invent, and discover new skills in The Makery, a makerspace on the first floor of Rose Library.

Our services and supplies are available free-of-charge to all JMU students, faculty, and staff. Our knowledgeable and helpful staff are here to help you with academic and personal projects to foster your creativity!

Come See Us!

Equipment You Can Use in The Makery

Walk-In Use Allowed

Requires Training (or Appointment)

By Appointment Only

Other Equipment

JMU Libraries also provides equipment you can check out and use anywhere, including portable audio recorders and microphones, DSLR cameras and camcorders, tripods and lighting kits, video projectors, small PA systems, and more.

Food and Drink Policy

To ensure the safety of our equipment and patrons, food is not allowed in The Makery.  Drinks in The Makery must be in a closable container—i.e., you must be able to turn the container upside-down without spillage for it to be allowed.

Workshops and Instruction Sessions

Find out what our current offerings are here.

Are you a faculty member who would like a workshop from The Makery for your whole class? Considering offering extra credit for workshop attendance? Please reach out to us, so that we can tailor the workshop to your goals, and so that we can ensure availability.