About us
MAKE Roanoke is a non-profit makerspace in Roanoke, VA. MAKE Roanoke is entirely led and run by volunteers. We are located at 128 Albemarle Ave SE, B, Roanoke VA 24013. We don't have standard open hours, but instead give our membership key fobs to access the space whenever suits them.
Mission Statement
MAKE Roanoke exists to promote knowledge, skill, and creativity in science, technology, crafts, and the arts. We strive to foster these values in an inclusive and safe environment. To these ends, MAKE Roanoke shall provide the following:
- An inclusive and collegial social framework for members to inspire and collaborate with others of similar interests;
- A maintained communal space providing safe access to tools and supplies for projects; and
- Events to promote education and collaboration between members and the greater Roanoke community.
Upcoming events
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Board Game Night: For Members & Guests Only!
MAKE Roanoke, 128 Albemarle Ave SE, Roanoke, VA, USJoin us for a fun-filled evening of board games and camaraderie at MAKE Roanoke! Whether you're a seasoned strategist or a casual player, this night welcomes everyone to play, learn, and connect with the local maker community.
This event is free for MAKE Roanoke members and guests of members to attend. A variety of board games will be provided by our hosts, and attendees are welcome to bring their favorite games. Find out more about MAKE Roanoke Membership here.
Members are responsible for their guests at all times, and must ensure they sign-in and complete a waiver on entry.
Please note that MAKE Roanoke is an active workshop:
- All participants must have a signed waiver on file. If the participant is a minor, the waiver must be signed by a parent or court-appointed legal guardian. Waivers can be filled out ahead of time at https://mkroa.org/waiver
- Children who are not participating in the event are not permitted in the space.
- Closed toed shoes are required in the space at all times by everyone, regardless of age or participation in an event. No sandals, crocs, or bare feet.
- You may be asked to remove or tuck in dangling jewelry, lanyards, etc for safety.
- Depending on the activity, other dress code rules may apply.
8 attendees- $25.00
Knife Sharpening Class
MAKE Roanoke, 128 Albemarle Ave SE, Roanoke, VA, USJoin us as we learn how to use sharpening stones, hones and plates and leather strops to sharpen household items and shop tools such as knives, chisels, and planes.
The class will have an introduction to sharpening, followed by practice with using a hone and strop.
Each student can bring 1-2 cheap items to make sharper, such as kitchen knife, pocket knife, hand chisel, hand plane blades, etc. We will also provide a practice kitchen knife.
Price for full MAKE Roanoke members is $15. Price for the General Public is $25. Members can bring one guest at the discounted member rate.
This class is open to the public, you do not need to be a MAKE Roanoke Member to attend. This class is for those 18 and older only, and is suitable for beginners.
Please note that MAKE Roanoke is an active workshop:
- All participants must have a signed waiver on file. If the participant is a minor, the wavier must be signed by a parent or court-appointed legal guardian. Waivers can be filled out ahead of time at https://mkroa.org/waiver
- Closed toed shoes are required in the space at all times by everyone, regardless of age or participation in an event. No sandals, crocs, or bare feet.
- You may be asked to remove or tuck in dangling jewelry, lanyards, etc for safety.
- Depending on the activity, other dress code rules may apply.
9 attendees 
General Orientations & Space Tours for New & Prospective Members
MAKE Roanoke, 128 Albemarle Ave SE, Roanoke, VA, USCome learn about MAKE Roanoke by taking a tour of Roanoke's own non-profit makerspace and staying for the General Orientation! General Orientations are required for membership. The tours start promptly at 8pm.
Memberships cost $50/mo and get you 24/7 access to the space via a keyfob for all the equipment that you're trained on. Find out more about MAKE Roanoke Membership here
The Orientations will consist of a tour showcasing what MAKE Roanoke has to offer, a video explaining our rules and procedures, a briefer tour highlighting safety equipment, and then time for Q&A and signing up for memberships.
Please note that additional shop-level orientations and tool-level training are required to use most tools.
You do not have to sign up for a membership, if you want to just take the tour and/or orientation to learn more, that's very welcome!
Please note that MAKE Roanoke is an active workshop:- Children who are not participating in the event are not permitted in the space.
- Closed toed shoes are required in the space at all times by everyone, regardless of age or participation in an event. No sandals, crocs, or bare feet.
- You may be asked to remove or tuck in dangling jewelry, lanyards, etc for safety.
- Depending on the activity, other dress code rules may apply.
1 attendee
Maker Minis: Intro to Metrology
MAKE Roanoke, 128 Albemarle Ave SE, Roanoke, VA, USMAKE Roanoke is pleased to announce another class in our series of FREE short classes we're calling Maker Minis! This one is an Intro to Metrology class.
This class, taught by Chris Santacroce, will teach you the fundamentals of precise measurements. This class is recommended for people ages 12 and up. Attendees under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
In this hands-on mini class you will learn:
- Terminology of Accurate and Precise Measurement
- Usage of Scales, Tapes, and Calipers
- Conversion between different Units of Measurement
Knowing these skills will be required for the more advanced Metrology 2 Maker Mini coming in June
Please note that MAKE Roanoke is an active workshop:
- All participants must have a signed waiver on file. If the participant is a minor, the waiver must be signed by a parent or court-appointed legal guardian. Waivers can be filled out ahead of time here.
- Children who are not participating in the event are not permitted in the space.
- Closed toed shoes are required in the space at all times by everyone, regardless of age or participation in an event. No sandals, crocs, or bare feet.
- You may be asked to remove or tuck in dangling jewelry, lanyards, etc for safety.
- Depending on the activity, other dress code rules may apply.
10 attendees
Past events
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