Bit Space is Chicagoland's premier maker lab for kids and teens-a place where they can learn to use real tools to build real things. Students work with our guides to learn how to use hand tools, power tools, electronics, robotics, 3d printers, laser cutters, CNC milling machines, computer modeling and design software, computer game development software, virtual reality, and new media to design and build just about anything. We try to live up to our goal of inspiring and guiding the next generation of inventors, entrepreneurs, and problem solvers by teaching kids and teens to be producers rather than consumers of technology. Our guides are experts from the fields of architecture, design, engineering, and computer programming.

Open Shop Membership is our after-school and weekend program that takes place at Bit Space locations. It is best described by the maker's mantra: "design - build - iterate." Each participant receives regular guidance on their project(s) from one of our Guides, as well as the training, time, space, and tools necessary to complete that project. Guides work with each student to set achievable goals and benchmarks to keep projects moving towards a realistic end given each student's skills and interests. Attendance is limited to ensure a better-than-10-to-1 ratio of students to Guides.

Open shop is open to students aged 9 and older. Tools and most materials will be provided.

Locations:

2541 W Lawrence Chicago, IL or

1131 Greenleaf Ave, Wilmette IL

Expires 5/9/21