Want to use the Maker Room? If you are a certified learner you don't need to make an appointment. Machines are available on a first-come first-served basis.
Want to know how to become a Certified Learner? Make an appointment at https://www.crlibrary.org/maker-room or email programming@crlibrary.org.
Please note that the Glowforge is located in the Maker Room on the first floor of the Library in the Union and the rest of the technology is housed in the Technology Classroom on the second floor.
The Downtown Library is located at 450 5th Avenue SE, in the heart of Downtown Cedar Rapids. It is a 94,000 square foot building with a variety of civic spaces and a vibrant collection of library materials. Special features of this location are the Whipple Auditorium, a 200 seat auditorium overlooking Greene Square; and the LivingLearning Roof, a green roof with public seating and space to hold special events. Roasters Café is located in the Downtown Library, providing a full service coffee shop for visitors, as well as catering for meetings and special events.