Free Library Makerspaces in Minnesota (6 Locations)
Minnesota has 6 free, no-membership makerspaces at public libraries across 6 cities. 4 of them have 3D printers, and you'll also find vinyl cutters (3) and sewing machines (3). 4 of the 6 list their fees, and most charge only for consumables like 3D-printer filament. Before you visit: 3 ask for a library card, and 3 require a short orientation or training before you use the machines. Last verified May 25, 2026.
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Every equipment type reported by Minnesota library makerspaces, with how many locations have it. Click one to see those locations on the map.
Every free library makerspace in Minnesota
Grouped by city. Each entry links to the library's own makerspace page, so you can check current hours and reserve equipment before you go. Spot something wrong? Send a correction.
Alexandria (1)
720 Fillmore Street, Alexandria, MN 56308 · (320) 762-3014
Equipment: 3D printer, Laser cutter, Sublimation, Vinyl cutter, Sewing
Fees: Free or cost of materials only; sublimation printing costs $0.50 per image. Library Board restricts use to prevent commercial resale (e.g., stocking inventory for a new business)
Faribault (1)
Faribault: Buckham Memorial Library
11 Division Street East, Faribault, MN 55021 · (507) 334-2089
Equipment: 3D printer
Fees: $0.10 per gram of PLA plastic used
Library card required
Fergus Falls (1)
205 East Hampden Ave, Fergus Falls, MN 56537 · (218) 739-9387
Equipment: 3D printer
Training required
Roseville (1)
2180 North Hamline Avenue, Roseville, MN 55113 · (651) 628-6803
Equipment: 3D printer, Sewing, Vinyl cutter
Saint Paul (1)
90 West Fourth Street, Saint Paul, MN 55102 · (651) 266-7000
Fees: free
Library card requiredTraining required
Willmar (1)
410 5th Street Sw, Willmar, MN 56201 · (320) 235-3162
Equipment: Vinyl cutter, Soldering, Sewing, Button maker, Heat press
Hours: Monday 9am-8pm; Tuesday 9am-8pm; Wednesday 9am-8pm; Thursday 9am-8pm; Friday 9am-5:30pm; Saturday 9am-4pm; Sunday Closed. Currently operates as pop-up space with no permanent hours; reservations required.
Fees: Free with library card for equipment use with staff supervision. Consumable materials available for purchase: laminating sheets $0.50 each, bracelet/keychain $6, necklace $9, 3D pen filament $0.50 per roll, button materials $0.08 per button, cardstock $0.40 per sheet.
Library card requiredTraining required
Cities with library makerspaces in Minnesota: Alexandria, Faribault, Fergus Falls, Roseville, Saint Paul, Willmar. This directory comes from the same open dataset as our free makerspaces map, built from the federal IMLS Public Library Survey and verified against each library's own website. See the map page for the full methodology and FAQ.