The Norfolk Public Library has been awarded a grant to expand the equipment available in the library’s MakerSpace. The grant was received from the Library Services and Technology Act, administered by the federal Institute of Museum and Library Services and granted by the Nebraska Library Commission.
MakerSpace promotes technology education and digital literacy skills through the use on hands-on learning with technology. The MakerSpace previously contained an embroidery machine and a laser cutter.
The grant allowed for the addition of a MakerBot 3D printer, Cricket vinyl and fabric cutter, and a button maker. The addition of this new equipment broadens the appeal of the MakerSpace, including casual crafters, students, adults and those interested…
