Ribbon Cutting: IdeaSpace

Description

IdeaSpace is a facility of the Central Rappahannock Regional Library, which has proudly served the community since 1969. Opened in December 2020, IdeaSpace received a Preservation Spark Award from Historic Fredericksburg Foundation, Inc. in 2022 for its role in enhancing the city's Creative Maker District.

Continuing the library’s mission to inspire lifelong learning, IdeaSpace empowers the community to explore creativity through hands-on maker technology. Since its opening, more than 500 customers have earned over 2,300 equipment badges.

IdeaSpace fosters creativity and learning by providing training and access to maker equipment—including an audio/video recording booth, 3D printers, a laser cutter, sewing machines, and drawing tablets—along with hands-on classes and events on topics such as coding and design. It also offers creative technology, such as photography equipment, available to borrow at no cost.