06.21.22
Meet the Maker: Carolyn Kassnoff
Carolyn brings the art of neon-bending and illustrations to the Maker Lab, helping Library users make our city glow with custom lanterns!
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11.10.21
Meet the Maker: Faith Humphrey Hill
No stranger to Harold Washington Library Center, Faith Humphrey Hill is this Fall’s Maker-in-Residence, teaching Library users how to knit, draw using digital tools—and asking us to remember those whose lives were lost to COVID-19 with her famous knit-prints.
08.03.21
Maker-in-Residence Katelyn Patton Wants to Create Art With You
Katelyn has a knack for building installation-based exhibits that quite literally stop people in the street. As this summer’s CPL Maker-in-Residence, she’s bringing these skills to the Library.
05.20.21
The Story of the Tin Can: A Document in and through Time
We catch up with award-winning artist and 2019 Maker-in-Resident Kate Conlon after two years. Her final project for Chicago Public Library, The Story of the Tin Can is a living document of her evolution as an artist during COVID-19
06.12.19
Meet the Maker: Kate Conlon
They say inspiration can strike anywhere. Kate Conlon, our CPL Maker-in-Resident, find hers in a questions-questions that take her to the library.
12.20.16
The Chicago Public Library Maker Lab Inspries Curiosity – in 3D
CPL harnesses the energy of the maker movement and emerges as an innovation leader in the city with the Maker Lab. Learn more here.
10.18.16
3 Maker Lab Events for the Food & Drink Lover Inspired by the One Book, One Chicago Pick
Ever wondered exactly what goes into roasting coffee or how you can decorate your party cupcakes like a pro? Bring your inner foodie to life at the Maker Lab!
10.11.16
5 Maker Lab Events for Halloween Lovers
Wondering how to make your best Halloween costume ever this month? Maker Lab has you covered on all of that – and more!