With wood and metal shops, 3-D printing, an electronics lab and textile studios, Open Works is a makerspace where Baltimore City residents can access the tools, technology and classes they need to nurture their inner creator — and even launch a new career.
Located in a 34,000-square-foot former distribution warehouse on Greenmount Avenue, Open Works offers monthly memberships and day passes, as well as a range of classes for teens, adults and seniors. Staff members also bring Open Works tools and technology to Baltimore city and county public schools.
Open Works’ visitors’ and members’ backgrounds vary, proving the need for such a space, said Laura Cohen ’09 (Community Arts M.F.A.), education manager at Open Works since it opened in 2016.
“Our mission is to make tools and technology accessible to all,” she said. “We have architects…
