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  • Makerspace policies and required paperwork
  • Training Requirements
  • Age restrictions
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  • If a library card is required (and possible fees for non-resident library cards)

Grand Island Public Library

1124 W 2nd St
Grand Island, NE 68801
Phone: 308-385-5333
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Users and Fees

User Type: General Public (There may be a requirement to get a library card or similar)

Types of fee to use this makerspace:

Description of Fees and More:

Anyone over the age of 12 with a valid GIPL library card may use the space. Children 11 and under are not allowed in the space, even with an adult. There is no cost to use the space. A variety of consumables are available to purchase. Users may also bring select materials in. At this time, Makerspace use requires an appointment booked in advanced to ensure availability of equipment and Makerspace staff.

Contact Person

Erica RogersDisplay e-mail address

Equipment in this Makerspace

Equipment TypeBrandModelYear PurchasedVendorNotes
Book BinderRaysonTD-1322023AmazonMetal clamp binding in various sizes available to purchase.
Hat PressHeat Press NationOPPC-1202023Heat Press Nation
Mug PressHeat Press NationCraftPRO2023Heat Press NationTumbler press--sublimates on 20oz and 30 oz skinny metal tumblers
Printer--SublimationEpsonEcotank 2800 Series2023WalmartET-2803 refillable ink printer. It prints on letter and legal size paper.
Heat PressHeatPressNationSignature Series2023Heat Press NationThis press is a 16x24 area with a swing away arm.
Mug PressUS Cutter6 in 1 Mug Press2022US Cutter1.5oz, 11oz, and 15oz mugs available.
3D PrinterLulzBotTAZ 62019Patrons must purchase filament provided by GIPL. Outside materials are not allowed in this machine.
Button MakerAmerican Button2.25 inch machine2019Patrons must purchase button-making supplies (button blanks, pin backs, and mylar) from the library. Outside materials are not allowed for this machine. Designs can only be printed on printer paper. Thicker paper such as photo or card stock cause jams.
Button MakerAmerican Button1.00 inch Machine2019Patrons must purchase button-making supplies (button blanks, pin backs, and mylar) from the library. Outside materials are not allowed for this machine. Designs can only be printed on printer paper. Thicker paper such as photo or card stock cause jams.
Heat PressUS Cutter9 x 12 Swing Arm 2019
LaminatorFellowesSaturn 3i 1252019Sizes available: Bookmark, Index/ID Card, Letter, Legal
Laser CutterUniversal Laser SystemsVLS3.502019Bed size 12 x 24
Serger Sewing MachineBerninaL450
Sewing MachineBerninaB5602019Includes embroidery hoop attachments.
Vinyl Craft Cutter(Desktop Size)CricutExplorer Air 22019Includes access to Cricut Design Studio
Vinyl Cutter(Plotter Size)GraphtecCE6000-60 24"2019
Film Scanner--DigitalWolverineFilm2Digital MovieMaker PRO2022Convert 8mm and Super 8 film reels to digital. This device can create HD 920 x 720 footage at 30 frames per second. Compatible with 3 and 5 film reels
Software--Design(2D)CorelDrawGraphic Suite 20192019Three computers with this software are available to use.