Our Fab Lab is equipped with cutting-edge tools, including 3D printers, laser cutters, milling machines, and robotics kits, all aimed at fostering creativity and technical skills.
The Fab Lab offers:
- Design workshops and group design challenges for all ages
- Weekend workshops & STEAM challenges for all ages
- Cooperative learning space for K-12 through a collaboration with Allentown School District
- After-school clubs
- Professional development for educators
- Open Fab Lab hours
Bring the Innovation to You with our Mobile Fab Lab
The Mobile Fab Lab offers a variety of hands-on, technology-driven courses designed to spark creativity, problem-solving, and innovation.
Each course is adaptable and will be tailored to match the students’ experience and skill levels.
Sunday Crafting Sessions
Your introduction to all that the Da Vinci Science Center Fab Lab has to offer! These workshops are accessible for beginners and perfect for individuals who are looking to explore a budding interest in making and fabricating.
Participants ages 12-15 need to be accompanied by an adult.
Jewelry Design Workshops
$45/member | $50/non-member
Discover the art of wearable design in this hands-on workshop! Participants will learn the basics of digital design software such as Inkscape to create their own unique jewelry pieces. Using a laser cutter, you’ll transform your design into a finished pair of earrings or a pendant necklace to take home. No prior experience needed—just bring your creativity!
October 5 Registration
October 12 Registration
October 19 Registration
Holiday WOrkshops
Sun Nov 2, 1PM-3PM & 3PM-5PM
Sun Nov 9, 1PM-3PM & 3PM-5PM
Sun Nov 16, 1PM-3PM & 3PM-5PM
Fab Lab Design Intensives
Learn the ins and outs of safely operating Fab Lab equipment with our expert instructors. Complete these prerequisite training workshops to unlock access to Open Lab Hours, where you can work on your own projects using our state-of-the-art fabrication equipment.
Participants ages 12-15 need to be accompanied by an adult.
Laser Cut Lighting WOrkshop
(Laser Training Workshop)
$85/member | $95/non-member
Complete this Foundation Workshop to learn how to safely operate our laser cutter and engraver and unlock access to Open Lab Hours.
October 11 Registration
November 30 Registration
3D Printing & Design WOrkshop
(3D Printer Training)
$85/member | $95/non-member
Complete this Foundation Workshop to learn how to use 3D modeling software, safely operate our 3D printers, and unlock access to Open Lab Hours.
October 26 Registration
December 28 Registration
Open Lab Hours
(Must attend prerequisite training workshops)
Select Tuesday Evenings & Sunday Mornings
Work on your own projects with the Fab Lab’s state-of-the-art fabrication equipment and the expert guidance of our Fab Lab instructors. Complete the prerequisite Foundation Workshops to receive access to our Open Lab Hours signup form.
Equipment
3D Printers
- (4) Bambu Labs X1-C
- (1) FI Icarus- Large Format Printer
- (2) Ultimaker S3
- (1) Formlabs Form 4
Robotics Kits
- (5) Niryo – Robotic Arms w/ Accessories
CNC and Milling Machines
- (1) Tormach xsTech Tabletop CNC Router
- (1) Shaper Origin Handheld CNC Router
- (1) Roland – SRM-20 Monofab Compact Milling Machine
Laser & Vinyl Cutters
- (3) Epilog Fusion Maker 12
- (1) Roland VersaSTUDIO GS2-24
3D Scanners
- (1) Creaform – Go!SCAN SPARK
Heat Press
- (1) Fancierstudio Power Heat Press
Add-On Weekend Family Workshops
Visiting the Science Center? Add one of these fun, themed workshops to your general admission and create a memorable keepsake to take home with you! Perfect for families.
Felted Frights and Delights
Sat Oct 25 during regular operating hours
Get ready for a spooky-good time at the Science Center Fab Lab’s Halloween Mask Workshop! Middle and high school students are invited to unleash their creativity by designing and laser cutting their very own custom Halloween masks. Using fabric and high-tech tools, participants will bring their unique ideas to life while learning the basics of digital design in Inkscape. Bring your imagination and get ready for a frightfully fun, hands-on experience!
November Weekend Family Workshop
Sat Nov 29 during regular operating hours
Stay tuned – more details coming soon!
December Weekend Family Workshop
Sat Dec 27 during regular operating hours
Stay tuned – more details coming soon!
