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Empowering Creativity and Innovation in North Iowa

The NIACC Innovation Workspace is an academic and community fabrication laboratory - a makerspace - empowering your creativity.

Whether you are a student, entrepreneur, or a hobbyist, join this community of like-minded thinkers and problem solvers. 

Maker Access Pass  |  Annual Memberships

NIACC Student

FREE!

As a NIACC Student, you are able to access all of the workspace trainings and equipment for FREE! But you will need to pay for the materials you consume.

  • Access to all tools after a completed safety course
  • Access the workspace 1-6pm M-F and by appointment
  • Purchase your own materials as needed

Individual

$29

Membership to the workspace gets you access to the online workspace trainings and equipment. Then pay as you go only for the equipment time and materials you use for your projects!

  • Access to all tools after a completed safety course
  • Access the workspace 1-6pm M-F and by appointment
  • Purchase your own materials as needed

Our Upcoming Workshops

Join us and learn how to use various pieces of our equipment!
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Picture Perfect Puzzles: Turn Your Photos Into Fun!

Bring your physical or digital photos, and we'll turn them into a custom jigsaw puzzle!
Sat. January 11th, 1pm - 3pm
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Looms and Lore

Learn basic techniques and delve into the rich history of looms and weaving.
Sat. January 11th 18th, 25th, 10am - 12pm
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Personalized Whiskey Glasses

Engrave a pair of whiskey glasses with a design or message. Perfect for a Valentine's gift! Materials included
Sat. January 18th, 1pm - 3pm
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Personalized Wine Glasses

Engrave a pair of wine glasses with a design or message. Perfect for a Valentine's gift! Materials included
Sat. January 25th, 1pm - 3pm
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Personalized Slate Drink Coasters

Engrave a pair of slate drink coasters with a design or message. Perfect for a Valentine's gift! Materials included
Sat. Feb. 1st, 1pm- 3pm
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Maker's Toolkit: LED Sign Series

Learn the basics of 3D modeling, 3D printing, laser engraving, and Arduino programming!
Sat. Feb. 22nd, 1pm - 3pm
Sat. March 1st, 1pm - 3pm
Sat. March 8th, 1pm - 3pm
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Button Making: Pets and More!

Create pin buttons of 2.25 or 1.25 inches in diameter. Bring your physical or digital photos!
Sat. March 15th, 1pm- 3pm
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Sticker Making: Pets and More!

Create stickers on a vinyl printer/cutter. Bring your favorite digital photos!
Sat. March 22nd, 1pm - 3pm
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Handheld CNC Routers: Intro to Shaper Origin

Learn the basics of handheld CNC routers, an incredibly useful and versatile tool in all types of woodworking!
Sat. March 29th, 1pm - 3pm
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Personalized Garden Markers

All materials included!
Sat. April 5th, 1pm - 3pm
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Personalized Cookie Presses: For Easter and More!

Create your own cookie press with a laser engraver!
Sat. April 12th, 1pm - 3pm
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Custom Engraved Glass Vase for Mother's Day

Engrave a glass vase with your own simple design or message. All materials included!
Sat. April 26th, 1pm - 3pm
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Monogrammed Towels: Machine Embroidery Made Easy!

Learn the basics of using an embroidery machine. All materials included!
Sat. May 3rd, 1pm - 3pm

Check Out What We Can Do for You

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Exploring the Makerspace Tools

ReEnvision Ag - Resin Parts Landscape3D printing, also referred to as additive manufacturing, enables the swift creation of prototypes using a diverse range of materials and cutting-edge techniques. The workspace has both Fused Filament Fabrication (FFF) and Stereolithography (SLA) printing capabilities for hobbyist and industry alike.

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In June, Four teams competed to create the best solution to a mystery prompt!

Check out this highlight video to see what was created and who won!

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Ready to See the Workspace?

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What do YOU want to Make?

We can help put your ideas into motion — It's What We Do!

LET'S CHAT