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Wooden planter benches by maker Kelly V.

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May at Lowell Makes is all about momentum, growth, and getting involved. From new classes and shop upgrades to community events and international visitors, there’s a lot happening! Our new Jump Start Jewelry workshop kicks off May 16–17, and we’re also starting a new women’s woodworking meetup in June. Over in Ceramics,…

On May 6, Fergal Dennehy, the Lord Mayor of Cork, Ireland, visited Western Ave Studios and Lowell Makes alongside Denis Barrett, Cork City Council’s UNESCO Learning City Coordinator.

The visitors toured our maker space with President Carol Fournier and Shop Admiral Shawn Ashe, who shared the story of Lowell’s vibrant creative community and the collaborative spirit that makes it thrive. The Lord Mayor was “stunned” by the incredible range of activity happening within our maker and artist…

Mill City Skill Share 2026 was an incredible celebration of creativity, community, and hands-on learning!

On April 11th, we welcomed more than 300 participants for a full day packed with over 40 workshops, demonstrations, and drop-in experiences led by talented makers, artists, and craftspeople from across the community. With the help of dozens of dedicated volunteers, Skill Share 2026 became our biggest and most vibrant event yet.

Participants explored an amazing variety of skills…

Gel print by maker Pete C.

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April at Lowell Makes is all about sharing skills, connecting with the community, and making the most of the space. Our biggest event of the year, Mill City Skill Share, is happening this Saturday, April 11th. The full schedule is now live, so it’s time to plan your day, register, and get ready for a packed lineup of demos, workshops,…

CNC carved cribbage board by maker Shawn A.

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March at Lowell Makes is full of ways to connect, create, and support the maker community. Join us for our Pi Day Celebration on March 14, hang out at the Monthly Social on March 20, and catch up with fellow makers at the next Members Meeting.

We’re also gearing up for the 14th Annual Mill City Skill Share on April…

Photograph of Mill No. 5 by Media Studio captain Josh Mazgelis.

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February at Lowell Makes is all about connection, creativity, and a little friendly competition 💛

Join us for a pinewood derby–style Monthly Social, connect with fellow members at the Members Meeting, and start thinking ahead to Mill City Skill Share 2026, with calls now open for instructors,…

CNC carved Mexican Train dominoes station by maker Rudy D.

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The new year at Lowell Makes is off to a creative, community-powered start! ✨

Kick things off at our January Monthly Social, dive into something unexpected with a live Command Line Murder Mystery, and save the date for Skill Share 2026 this spring. This month also brings new and returning classes,…

Maker Brendan F.’s kinetic sculpture Stampede decked out for the Festival of Lights Parade

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December is here — and Lowell Makes is buzzing with holiday cheer! 🎄

Stop by our Holiday Market on the 13th or join the Monthly Social & Ornament Swap on the 19th — bring an ornament, craft one on-site, or just come for the snacks and fun. Don’t forget our Member…

How a power outage made for the best event of the year.

Each year, Lowell Makes hosts a dinner for our dedicated Shop Captains and Co-captains to show our appreciation for all the incredible work they do. This year, we expanded the event to include our devoted volunteers—the folks who help make Lowell Makes such an amazing place to be.

With that in mind, we thought: what better place to celebrate than in our own backyard? We connected with the good folks at Taffeta to reserve their space…

Firestarter biscuits by maker Dusty S.

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November is full of opportunities to connect, create, and celebrate at Lowell Makes! This month, we’re planning a Quilt Museum Outing on November 15th, followed by a relaxed Monthly Social Night on November 21st — bring a project, or just yourself! We’re also having our Member Meeting on December 2nd. Need the perfect gift? We…