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Make717 Innovation Center make717 Innovation Center is Lancaster's 1st makerspace, a collaborative space to make, share, learn

Here at make717, we have all sorts of machines and gadgets in our makerspace that people tend to ask: "WTF?" (What’s Tha...
10/23/2026

Here at make717, we have all sorts of machines and gadgets in our makerspace that people tend to ask: "WTF?" (What’s That For?)

It might look like a sci-fi droid, but this media blaster (or “sandblaster”) is one of the most versatile finishing tools at make717!

Tucked in the Machine Shop right next to the paint booth, the Ruemelin DC2020 uses high-pressure air and abrasive media to transform your metal, glass, and 3D-printed projects.

Check out the SOP on our website, grab your safety gear, and give it a shot on your next build!
https://make717.org/sys/website/?pageId=18316

The Holiday Season kicks off in a few weeks, and if you’re thinking about creating some custom gifts, we at make717 can ...
10/22/2026

The Holiday Season kicks off in a few weeks, and if you’re thinking about creating some custom gifts, we at make717 can show you how to use some of the many machines that can bring your ideas to life!

This Monday, 10/26, we have spaces open for our Inventables Carvey CNC orientation, where you can learn to make custom wood designs.

On Thursday, 10/29, you can learn how to print your own mug, hat, T-shirt, or coaster design in our Dye Sublimation orientation!

Get more info and reserve your space today: https://make717.org/Events

We are one week away from make717’s Trunk or Treat on Thursday, Oct. 29 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm.Bring the whole family, grab...
10/22/2026

We are one week away from make717’s Trunk or Treat on Thursday, Oct. 29 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm.

Bring the whole family, grab some sweet treats, tour the makerspace, and see what we’re all about.
We’ll see you there!

Today’s   Spotlight is none other than Dan E., who utilized the make717 Wood Shop and made this gorgeous live edge wood ...
10/19/2026

Today’s Spotlight is none other than Dan E., who utilized the make717 Wood Shop and made this gorgeous live edge wood bowl.

He brought this to life using the lathes, and gave it a generous amount of linseed oil and beeswax to give it the perfect finish. Well done, Dan!

Want to bring your projects to life? Go to the link in bio and take a tour today!

Ever look around our make717 makerspace and ask yourself: "WTF?" (What’s That For?) Our first such tool: A massive porta...
10/16/2026

Ever look around our make717 makerspace and ask yourself: "WTF?" (What’s That For?)
Our first such tool: A massive portable cutting station!

This clever portable unit is parked in our Fab Lab right by the Vacuformer. When unfolded, it expands into a huge, clean workspace equipped with a matching cutting mat.

It’s perfect for large paper layouts, poster design, fabric & textile cutting, and wrapping holiday gifts & big projects.

Next time you’re in the shop, unfold it and give it a try.

Only at make717!

*CORRECTION* Get those costumes ready and bring the whole family out to make717’s Trunk or Treat on Thursday, Oct. 29 fr...
10/15/2026

*CORRECTION* Get those costumes ready and bring the whole family out to make717’s Trunk or Treat on Thursday, Oct. 29 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm.

Grab some sweet treats, tour the makerspace, and see what we’re all about.
We’ll see you there!

Your journey into 3D printing and CNC woodworking starts here!We have 2 orientations coming up, which will teach you the...
10/14/2026

Your journey into 3D printing and CNC woodworking starts here!

We have 2 orientations coming up, which will teach you the fundamentals of 3D printing, as well as making custom wood carved designs on our Inventables Carvey.

This is a great way not only to bring your ideas to life, but come up with some custom gift ideas as we roll into the Holiday Season.

Spaces are limited, so sign up today: https://make717.org/Events

For this week’s   spotlight, we turn to maker Julius D., and his mighty need to customize some Ridge wallets using our L...
10/12/2026

For this week’s spotlight, we turn to maker Julius D., and his mighty need to customize some Ridge wallets using our Laguna Tools laser cutter! One of these was for himself, and the other was a gift!

Want to learn how to make your own custom laser projects? The next Laser Cutter Orientation is this Thursday, October 15th.

Space is limited, so reserve your spot now: https://make717.org/event-6859858?CalendarViewType=1&SelectedDate=10/5/2026

Look at the smiles on these makers.That’s the look of a job well done, as they wrapped up the most recent Make and Take ...
10/09/2026

Look at the smiles on these makers.

That’s the look of a job well done, as they wrapped up the most recent Make and Take Cutting Board class here at the make717 Wood Shop, and completed cutting boards made from scratch.

Ready to learn how to make one of your own? Spaces are limited for the next class on Monday, October 19 at 6:00 pm.

Reserve your spot here: https://make717.org/event-6855690?CalendarViewType=1&SelectedDate=10/5/2026

Ready to dive into the world of 3d printing? Ever wonder how you could make your own vacuum-formed projects? Now is your...
10/07/2026

Ready to dive into the world of 3d printing? Ever wonder how you could make your own vacuum-formed projects?

Now is your chance to learn first-hand how to use these machines to bring your ideas to life in the make717 Fab Lab!

Spaces are limited, so sign up today: https://make717.org/Events

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1151 Clark Street
Lancaster, PA
17602

Opening Hours

Monday 5pm - 9pm
Tuesday 5pm - 9pm
Wednesday 5pm - 9pm
Thursday 5pm - 9pm
Friday 5pm - 9pm
Saturday 10am - 9pm
Sunday 10am - 5pm

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+17175371067

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