We Did It! Thank You for supporting Maker Day on Saturday, August 3rd!
With special thanks to Sankofa Fund, River City Company & my colleagues with the Emerging Producers Program (Courtenay Cholovich, Randi Franklin, Pedro Abriles, Briana Jones, Esther Lovingood & Dawn Hjelseth) for giving – whether money or time – to help make this event a success for our entire community. Together, we are more! May what we created at Maker Day ripple out in Chattanooga, TN for many, many summers to come. 🎉
Did you know that in 2024, Chattanooga’s 4th Floor Makerspace celebrated 10 years
as one of the only library-situated makerspaces in state of Tennessee?
In celebration of this, on Saturday, August 3rd, Chattanooga’s Downtown Library was filled with four levels of fun for the entire family for the inaugural Maker Day! Recognize that when a Makerspace exists in a community, information, design, technology, and the arts are able to cross-pollinate freely in urban spaces contributing to a more creative, connected and engaged public. The corridor between Broad Street and 11th came alive with life-size lawn games sponsored by River City Company and buskers from SoundCorps Chattanooga, while inside became a creative wonderland with something for everyone – cyanotypes, screenprinting, zine making, music, button-making, mural making and the opportunity to meet or buy from dozens of makers in real time!
Over 250 attendees of all ages enjoyed an interactive exhibit of the 10 year history of the 4th Floor Makerspace; live demos, talks and workshops from today’s avid 4th Floor-made brands, businesses, artisans; and “2034: Chattanooga in the Making” which future-casted the next 10 years of making with activity labs. It will be exciting to see Maker Day in 2034. Many good seeds planted!
2034: Chattanooga in the Making
Thank YOU Local Sponsors!
How Did We Spread the Word About Maker Day?
Make good things. SHARE IT WIDELY.
Our roster of sponsors experienced the excitement of Maker Day by becoming one of the hundreds of families, creatives, technologists, artists, entrepreneurs, and neighbors that gathered to celebrate the 4th Floor in its 10th year. With our creatively crafted event, community was at the forefront of innovation and imagination. So, how did we share the experience with neighbors and other makers? The Maker Day Media Kit was pivotal and served as a one-stop hub for social media tags, approved press images, graphics, post copy and more. Make it easy for people to share and they will. Boom!
If you’re planning an event like Maker Day, be sure to reach out to local radio stations who will often be delighted to talk to you, especially if your event is in some way benefitting the community. In my case? We sat down with Ray Bassett of Scenic Roots at WUTC 88.1FM to talk about the 10 years’ milestone plus share the invaluable resources on the 4th Floor. Tune into the episodes here:
2034: CHATTANOOGA IN THE MAKING @ MAKER DAY | AUGUST 3, 2024
LOCAL ARTISTS FEATURED
Fiber Artmaking
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Busking
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Cyanotyping
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Songmaking
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Lawn Games
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Podcasting
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SONG CIRCLE
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MAKER LABS
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Card Making
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Mural Making
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Textiles
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STAINED GLASS
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THE EVENT IN
VISUAL FORM✨
- WHAT: 2034: CHATTANOOGA IN THE MAKING
- WHEN: Saturday, August 3rd, 10am to 5pm EST
- WHERE: Chattanooga Downtown Library
1001 Broad Street, Chattanooga, TN 37402 - HOW MUCH: FREE, all ages welcome!
- THE OUTCOME: Together, we re-imagined the future of Chattanooga with art, creativity, the spirit of entrepreneurship and dozens of makers in action!
DIGITAL GRAPHICS - TO MAKE OR NOT TO MAKE?
IMPACT INFOGRAPHIC
Making a
Maker Day
Makerspaces are all about making change. Making something out of upcycled materials. Making something move. Making some noise. Making an impact. Making new possibilities. But, most importantly, making community. Makerspaces often become community hubs that encourage collaboration and knowledge sharing, which can lead to more robust local networks of innovation. These spaces not only support entrepreneurs, brands and businesses but also facilitate partnerships with other stakeholders who use the space to encourage skills in creative strategy and design thinking for youth + adults.
Infographic Designed By: Cortina Jenelle Caldwell, Brand Evangelist (formerly Cortina Jenelle Branding Agency)
WITH SPECIAL THANKS TO:
Main Production Team
Making Things happen
Richard Groves
Assistant Director of Technology and Innovation
Esther Lovingood
Marketing Maven
Cortina Jenelle Caldwell
Emerging Producer +
Creative Placemaking Consultant
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Frequently Asked Questions
Maker Day 2024
How Do I Get There?
The event is hosted at the Downtown Library in order to increase public access. The branch is on several CARTA bus lines, on the CARTA Shuttle route, has a bike kiosk out front for those local and wanting to bike over. You can call the Chattanooga Public Library for support on directions beyond these.
Can I Volunteer?
The volunteer window has closed and we have all the hands we need for Maker Day, but thank you! Don’t let that be a bummer though. You can sign up for general volunteering at the Chattanooga Public Library anytime. Start that process here.
Where Do I Park? Is it Free?
There are several parking options around the Downtown Library! The meters surrounding the building are first-come, first-serve and $1.50 per hour. View full list of rates and garages via this link. The Union Square Garage is directly behind the library is privately owned, rates may vary. You can check all walkable parking lots and garages via this link.
How Much are Tickets?
There are no tickets needed for Maker Day! Thanks to generous sponsors, this event can be free to all who want to be there. The official afterparty, “Maker Mingle” is free for all of our event contributors (artists, sponsors, volunteer and staff) and everyone else is asked to purchase a ticket for $5 (plus Eventbrite fees) to help support the stipends and resources we’re providing to local artists.
Will There Be Food Onsite?
Fingers crossed! We are still in the final stages of planning and hope some of our invited friends from the infamous Food Truck Fridays will join us. If not, the closest food options are Jimmy John’s, Peet’s, Pickle Barrel, Food City on Broad St & Alimentari.
Can I Bring My Children?
Yes, bring your children and your inner child for some imaginative play time as we celebrating the history and future of “making” in Chattanooga. The official afterparty, “Maker Mingle”, is adult-only.
OTHER EVENT NOTES
No drugs or alcohol allowed on site. The Downtown Chattanooga Library will still maintain its normal operating hours and functions for non-event attendees so, please be mindful of others when entering or exiting the building. No profanity or hateful speech. Staff, volunteers and stationed security will be on site to assist with any safety concerns. Food trucks dependent upon availability and City zoning approval. All are welcome at Maker Day!
WITH SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR TOURISM PARTNERS WHO HELPED VISITORS Plan THEIR chattanooga experience like a boss.
WE HOSTED SWEET DEALS FROM OUR NEIGHBORS
Special Maker Day Rate: $149 + tax
Special Maker Day Rate: $149 + tax
Special Maker Day Rate: $119 + tax
AFTERPARTY HOSTED BY:
The Dwell Hotel – Maker Day guests receive 10% off! Check availability online, call hotel directly to book discount.
LOCAL HUBS MADE FOR MAKERS, BY MAKERS:
4th Floor Makerspace
Art120
Association for Visual Arts (AVA)
Chattanooga Design Studio
Chatt*Lab Makerspace
ClearStory Arts
Dynamo Studios
Little Things Lab
Scenic City Clay Arts
SoundCorps
Stoveworks
The Chattery
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