Thurston County has a wonderful community of makers and artists that bring a unique perspective to life and connection. The Thurston Economic Development Council (EDC) partnered with the City of Lacey and Saint Martin’s University to bring to life a space dedicated for these innovative and creative community members. The Lacey MakerSpace opened officially in October of 2019 and has already made a huge impact on our local economy. The MakerSpace welcomes a new director, Michelle Pope, who seeks to keep the momentum of the space going.

The MakerSpace is a 4,000-square-foot space with a variety of industry equipment for makers…