John and Stella Graves Makerspace

Prior to visiting the Makerspace, we recommend you visit our Technology & Resources page to learn the steps you must take before using the resources the Makerspace has to offer.

The John and Stella Graves Makerspace is only open to students, faculty, and staff with an active affiliation with the University of Maryland. Unfortunately, our resources are not available to alumni or other patrons unaffiliated with UMD.

The Makerspace only provides services to current students, faculty, and staff. Alumni do not have access to the Makerspace's machines, tools, services, or other resources.

The Makerspace is entirely cost-free. There is no fee to use any of our services.

Please view our Technology & Resources page to learn about the services the Makerspace offers.

Training from other makerspaces, on or off campus, does not apply to the John and Stella Graves Makerspace. Patrons who submit project time bookings without completing the required training within the JSG Makerspace will have their booking cancelled. If you’re interested in using a specific machine, please make sure to follow the required steps listed beside the equipment on our Technology & Resources page.

Please view the calendar on the Hours & Events page for our open hours. Hours are subject to change at any given moment and walk-ins are not guaranteed, so we recommend scheduling an appointment in advance.

Yes, we frequently host workshops and crafternoons in the Makerspace. Please view the calendar on the Hours & Events page for upcoming events. 

If you’re interested in bringing your class to the Makerspace, please email us at lib-makerspace@umd.edu. We are open to conducting tours or group trainings on Makerspace machines. Due to safety concerns, we can reasonably host groups of about 10 students.

The Makerspace does not currently hire student employees. If you’re interested in becoming a student employee for the STEM Library, please refer to this application.