Youth Maker Experiences
At Decatur Makers, we are passionate about inspiring creativity, problem-solving, and innovation in young minds. Our Youth Maker Experiences are designed to provide hands-on learning opportunities for children and youth-serving organizations, fostering curiosity and empowering participants to bring their ideas to life. Whether through workshops, field trips, or community events, our programs emphasize skill-building, collaboration, and 3-dimensional thinking in a fun, engaging environment.
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Youth Maker Workshop
For Youth Serving Organizations
$450, 2 hours | Up to 20 participants
The Youth Maker Workshop is a fun and educational program for kids that combines hands-on making with problem solving skills and 3-dimensional thinking. This workshop can be mobile as well as done at the Decatur Makers Makerspace. In this workshop, children will have the opportunity to work with a variety of tools and equipment within the makerspace to bring their ideas to life.
Best for ages 8+
Make 'N' Take
Community and Organizational Events
$200+ based on time, participants and project.
While visiting Decatur Makers, participants will have the opportunity to get a detailed tour of the makerspace and participate in a Design Thinking Challenge tailored to the group. Throughout the Designing Thinking Challenge, participants will be encouraged to embrace a growth mindset, embrace failure as an opportunity to learn, and collaborate with others to arrive at creative solutions.
Best for ages 8+
Makerspace Field Trip
For Youth & Youth Serving Educators
$250, 1 hour | Up to 20 participants
While visiting Decatur Makers, participants will have the opportunity to get a detailed tour of the makerspace and participate in a Design Thinking Challenge tailored to the group. Throughout the Designing Thinking Challenge, participants will be encouraged to embrace a growth mindset, embrace failure as an opportunity to learn, and collaborate with others to arrive at creative solutions.
Best for ages 8+
Mini Makers Workshop
For Small Groups
$350, 3.5 Hours | Up To 10 Participants
Our Small Group Workshop Offering is designed for small groups of up to 10 kids, providing a more personalized and intimate making experience. This workshop focuses on hands-on activities tailored to the interests of the participants. Each child will have the opportunity to create something unique and take home their project, fostering creativity and problem-solving skills .
Ages 6+