Machine Shop


Welcome to the Machine Shop at Twin Cities Maker!!

Whether you’re a seasoned machinist or just starting out on your precision crafting journey, our shop is your ultimate destination. From rebuilding vintage motorcycles to creating cutting-edge Tesla turbines, there’s no project too big or too intricate for our arsenal of tools and machinery.

Mill into our 400 square foot machine shop and discover a world of possibilities. Equipped with 2 Bridgeport knee mills, 2 lathes, a surface grinder, a Milltronics CNC mill, a band saw, and an array of accessories, you’ll find everything you need to turn your ideas into reality. Need to fashion that elusive component for your latest invention? Check out our machine shop tools at https://wiki.tcmaker.org/en/shop_departments/machine_shop

But it’s not just about the tools; it’s about the community. At TCMaker, we’re more than just a workshop – we’re a thriving hub of like-minded individuals passionate about machining and crafting. Join our active community of machinists and hobbyists, where knowledge is freely exchanged and creativity knows no bounds.

Every Friday evening, 7:30 – 10:00 pm, immerse yourself in our open learning sessions where you meet like minded people, learn, share your knowledge and get checked off on equipment. Whether you’re looking to pick up new tricks of the trade or eager to share your expertise with the next generation of machinists, our doors are wide open. Together, we’ll hone our skills, push the boundaries of innovation, and embark on unforgettable machining adventures.

Check out the Machine Shop at TC Maker – where dreams are machined into reality, one project at a time. Join us, and let’s craft something extraordinary together.

Twin Cities Maker offers facility tours every Wednesday from 7-9pm with tours going off on the hour. Register for a tour and find out more about our orientations and classes here, (https://tcmaker.org/calendar/) then stop by to check us out..

Path to becoming a member of our volunteer DIY makerspace community: https://tcmaker.org/membership/