Sunsetting our Maker[Space]Ship
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After more than eight wonderful years, our Maker[Space]Ship (MSS) is driving off into the sunset. We deeply appreciate the dedicated MSS team as they take on new roles within the Library.
We also extend our gratitude to our partners, schools, community organizations, teachers, and educators who have worked with us to bring the MSS to students and community events. Although we are ending the MSS program, each SJPL location continues to offer innovative STEAM and coding activities.
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Continuing the Legacy
We still offer STEAM programs and ways to connect with Library staff.
What's Still Available
STEAM Programs
SJPL Staff at Community Events
School Outreach & Class Visits
The History of the Maker[Space]Ship
Highlights
Since its launch in December 2016, the Maker[Space]Ship brought 1,178 high-quality maker and tech-related programs to over 95,000 San José residents across the City. SJPL staff took the Maker[Space]Ship to schools, community centers, parks, and more.
With on-board equipment, from laser cutters and robots to microscopes, the Maker[Space]Ship offered a variety of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, & Math) programs to participants of all ages.
During Winter 2020/21, the Maker[Space]Ship toured hard-to-reach neighborhoods throughout San José to bridge the digital divide. Through this Hotspot Tour, SJPL was able to offer residents the ability to check out Wi-Fi hotspot devices and register for a library card. During the nine-month tour, SJPL lent 270 hotspot devices and issued 127 new library cards to our community members.
Makerspace Guide Book
Makerspace Guide Book (PDF, 3.47 MB) - For librarians and educators looking to create their own mobile makerspace or expand their STEAM programming.