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== How to Create a New Maker Space ==
*Describe your Space: There are many examples of large and small Maker Faires, each as successful as the last. This community-based learning event inspiring everyone involved to become a maker can take place on your campus, in your community, with smaller interest groups, etc. Therefore, space needs will change between each Maker Faire. Whether this means an outdoor Maker Faire in the community, hosting Mini Maker Faires on campus or off-campus at other schools, or partnering up with surrounding universities/ organizations to make the Maker Faire happen, the options are endless and will change for each individual Maker Faire. *Assess your Needs Goals: ''Build a Network of Makers: ''Be inclusive of all kinds of making that can be found in the community the Maker Faire is being hosted for. It is important to represent not only scientists and engineers, but to also find the artists, crafters, and other assorted makers that don't fit into any of the categories previously mentioned. This involves reaching out and networking with the community and connecting people through the organization of the event. Look for individuals, groups, institutions, teachers, students, etc. ''Create a Showcase of Creative Work: ''Establish a core group dedicated to curating the event. Curators need to locate creative work in the community and find ways to showcase that at the Maker Faire. Make it a goal to make visible those ideas and projects people are doing in the community that often are not seen or heard. Find makers who are forward-thinking and are exploring new technologies. ''Offer Engaging, Hands-on Interaction: ''Make the Maker Faire fun for everyone by providing interactive and educational displays. Make this event about participation and sharing and reward makers and onlookers for their sense of curiosity. Try new things, learn how things work, explore why they work, discuss the processes behind making things work, and make it a goal to inspire everyone at the Maker Faire by understanding that we can expand our capabilities. ''Support Grassroots Innovation in the Community: ''Grassroots innovation fosters in every community and can be found in hobbyists and enthusiasts, or in entripreneurs and start companies that are exploring and Goalscreating new products and value. Don't be afraid to celebrate amateurs as they bring a fresh and creative mind in which new ideas can emerge. ''All of Us Are Makers: ''Everyone is a maker. Maker Faire is a wonderful way to share this with the community and provides an opportunity for people to see themselves as a creative part their community.
*Academic Permission:
*Find Support:
*Pick a Location:
*Choose the Activities:
''Events that are open, inclusive, and encouraging.''
''Portray makers and the enthusiasm they have behind what they do and how they do it.''
''Embraces diversity in content ranging from the arts to the sciences.''
''Interactive displays with opportunities for interaction and stimulation.''
''Exhibiting innovation rather than competing.''
''Leave visitors with a sense of surprise and inspiration.''
''Events should continue to grow and develop maker culture.''
*Round up the Materials:
*Select Management:
*Promote and Launch:
*Tips and Resources:
Click here to see what the Maker Faire can create for you:[https://youtu.be/5NFAk1JA6C4 https://youtu.be/5NFAk1JA6C4]