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The Maker Movement and the Louisville Free Public Library

September 1, 2014 | Public Programs

The article presents a brief overview of the Maker Movement and its connections to public libraries, focusing on the experiences of the Louisville Free Public Library of Louisville, Kentucky. Introductory details are given describing the movement, linking it to the expansion of community work spaces equipped with advanced machinery such as robotics tools and 3D printers. Several examples of maker-based organizations, subcultures, and resources are then given.

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  • Nicole Dixon
    Author
    Louisville Free Public Library
  • Michael Ward
    Author
    Louisville Free Public Library
  • Eric Phetteplace
    Author
    California College of the Arts

    • Citation

    ISSN : 1094-9054
    Publication Name: Reference & User Services Quarterly
    Volume: 54
    Number: 1
    Page Number: 17
    Resource Type: Research Products
    Discipline: Education and learning science | Engineering | General STEM | Technology
    Audience: General Public | Educators/Teachers | Museum/ISE Professionals
    Environment Type: Public Programs | Making and Tinkering Programs | Library Programs

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