The following article was written by Tony Plekan, a Public Services Librarian at the Manitowoc Public Library.
The Idea Box is Manitowoc Public Library’s makerspace, a room dedicated to offering Teens and Adults access to both high-tech and low-tech equipment for hands-on learning and artistic expression. The Idea Box is home to many amazing pieces of equipment, such as Sewing Machines, a Sound Booth, and a Glowforge. I am excited to announce that MPL’s makerspace has seen an upgrade to our 3D printing capability with a new Prusa CORE One 3D Printer!
3D printers melt plastic filament and reconfigure that material into three-dimensional objects. 3D printers have become more common over the last decade both in industry and for recreation. Having this new 3D printer at Manitowoc Public Library will allow our patrons to create fantastic keepsakes and expand their knowledge of…
