| RECENT NEWS All News (most recent at top) | Lobby Is Getting A Makeover (Wednesday, Aug 27th - Mike ) |  We're in the process of updating our lobby. We're moving the front desk, having new lighting installed, new flooring installed, new wall treatments. In short our lobby will be fresh and welcoming. Watch for an open house when we will show it off!
In the meantime we are still using the shops and studios - with lots of cool creative projects happening. Come take a tour, take the orientation class, become a member and get access to tools and a place to work.
| Bandsaw Fundraising Update Feb 25, 2025 (Friday, Nov 15th - Mike ) |  (Progress as of 2/25/25 ) We are 100% funded for the new bandsaw!!! Thank you to everyone who donated!
A link to our Give to the Max fundraiser page is here: GiveMN.org
DMS Venmo (cut and paste). https://venmo.com/u/duluthmakerspace
| Lincoln Lark Business Group Meeting (Thursday, Sep 12th - Mike ) |  (Local Business leaders listen to Mayor Reinert’s presentation ) Duluth MakerSpace hosted the Lincoln Park Business Group this morning for their monthly meeting. For this meeting the group was honored to have a presentation by Mayor Roger Reinert.
Thank you to everyone who helped make the space look good and give us a chance to show off a little bit. Several of these people had not been inside DMS in years, and commented on how good the shops were looking.
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Cameron Kruger: Thank you so much for hosting us, it was wonderful to show off the space to our members!
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| | UPCOMING CLASSES & EVENTS See All | Today
Wednesday
Oct 22nd | | Tomorrow
Thursday
Oct 23rd |  Class: Introduction to Laser Cutting (6:00pm-8:30pm)[$55]
Learn the basics of laser cutting in this hands-on beginner class. Students will explore design software, understand material selection and safety protocols, and create their own wooden box to take home. We'll cover file preparation, machine operation, and design fundamentals for the 100W laser cutter.
No experience necessary.
 Class: In Person - DMS Membership Orientation (6:00pm-8:00pm)[$20]
*This class is only for New Members to orient to Duluth MakerSpace. Attendees will be expected to have a current membership or pay for a months membership at the time of orientation.*
If you’re looking for a tour, email info@duluthmakerspace.com
A general orientation to everything Duluth Makerspace. In this mandatory class for RFID access, we go over important tool usage, as well as workshop expectations and function. If you just can't make this orientation, please email mikeolson@duluthmakerspace.com to set up a time that will work. | This
Friday
Oct 24th | Event: Tours 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM (5:30pm-7:30pm)
Josh will have the shop open for tours Friday 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm. Show up, take a tour, and see what DMS is all about.
Tours generally take 15 to 30 minutes. | This
Saturday
Oct 25th | | This
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Monday
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Tuesday
Oct 28th | | Next
Wednesday
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Thursday
Oct 30th |  Class: Clay 101 (6:30pm-9:00pm)[$50]
This is a 2.5-hour pottery sampler class designed for total beginners who want to try working with clay without committing to a full course or for anyone who wants a refresher on basic skills. We'll go through a mix of hand-building and wheel throwing. Work will not be fired as part of this class.
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Friday
Oct 31st | Event: Tours 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM (5:30pm-7:30pm)
Josh will have the shop open for tours Friday 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm. Show up, take a tour, and see what DMS is all about.
Tours generally take 15 to 30 minutes. | Next
Saturday
Nov 1st | Class: **BY INVITATION ONLY*** Cabochon Making/Lapidary (9:00am-4:00pm)[$140]
***Lapidary 101 is prerequisite for this class ***
In this course, students will review what they learned in Lapidary 101 and
continue the process by taking stones from the preform stage through cabbing and polishing. Fee includes materials (use of studio sanding belts, 1 preform to cab, additional materials available for purchase).
Completion of this course certifies the student to utilize the studio unsupervised by a studio manager.
Class format: 9-12 instructions and project work, 12-1 break, 1-4 complete projects
Event: Tours 11:30 am to 1:30 pm (11:30am-1:00pm)
Jami will have the shop open for tours Saturday 11:30 am to 1:30 pm. Show up, take a tour, and see what DMS is all about. | Next
Sunday
Nov 2nd | | Next
Monday
Nov 3rd |  Meeting: Board (6:00pm-8:00pm)[$1,000,000]
Closed Board Meeting | Next
Tuesday
Nov 4th | Class: Introduction to Woodshop Power Tools, Day 1 of 3 (5:30pm-9:30pm)
Duluth Folk School Class being held at DMS. DMS members can sign up at:
https://duluthfolkschool.com/events/introduction-to-woodshop-power-tools/
This is a three part class: Nov 4th, 11th, and 18th from 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm each evening.
Description: Power tools can save time and expand what’s possible in the woodshop, but used improperly, they can also cause mistakes just as quickly. In this three-session class, students will learn the safe and effective use of five core woodworking machines: the table saw, planer, jointer, router, and miter (chop) saw. We’ll focus on shop safety, understanding each tool’s strengths and limitations, and developing good habits for control and consistency. This class is designed as a foundation and confidence-builder, giving students the hands-on experience they need to get comfortable with these tools and prepare for more advanced woodworking projects.
Registration Includes:
Instruction and all materials are provided.
What goes into our class pricing? As a local nonprofit, Duluth Folk School is committed to supporting both our instructors and community. We want to compensate our instructors fairly, keep class sizes small, and keep our doors open—while also keeping prices as low as we can.
Thank you for participating in our local handcraft and education economy! Together, we help keep Duluth a fun and vibrant place.
Student Requirements:
Skill Level/Prerequisite Skills: This class is for anyone.
Best for Age: 18 and older
You should bring: Wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty
Location
Duluth MakerSpace
3001 West Superior Street, Duluth,MN | Wednesday
Nov 5th |  Class: Clay 101 (6:30pm-9:00pm)[$50]
This is a 2.5-hour pottery sampler class designed for total beginners who want to try working with clay without committing to a full course or for anyone who wants a refresher on basic skills. We'll go through a mix of hand-building and wheel throwing. Work will not be fired as part of this class.
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