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Safe. Inclusive. Free.

a non-profit creative space
by the community
for the community

What

Our goal at CO.LAB COMMUNITY MAKERS is to empower creators of all backgrounds regardless of financial situation, ethnicity, or orientation by providing a safe space that facilitates powerful ideas and access to tools. We aim to support our community makers in their entrepreneurial endeavors.

​Why

CO.LAB COMMUNITY MAKERS wants to be allies who break down historical and economic barriers so that innovators of color and other underrepresented groups are more recognized as an essential part of Austin’s creative community. It’s time to level the playing field.
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​How

Our donation-based and volunteer-driven studio provides our community makers with ongoing training & support, materials, and space. Our creative space offers crafting materials, event hosting, coworking space, camps, community outreach, and training in fabrication tools.

​When

See our EVENTS page & CALENDARS page for up-to-date happenings.
MWF--4:00 PM - 8:00 PM 
T--6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
SAT/SUN--hours will vary 
Our goal is to be open as much as possible. As we get more volunteers, our hours will increase! Stay tuned!

Makerspace

A wide selection of tools and the training required to work with them safely, from laser cutting to  CNC milling to sewing and screen printing. ​​

Co-working Space

A comfortable common workspace, ideally suited for sharing ideas, equipment, and expertise.

Event Hosting

Fabrication Services

Use co.lab to host a class, teach a workshop, hold an event, or arrange a meet up.

 ​Consult with one of our experts to help bring your ideas to life with our fabrication equipment. ​

• We are only accepting walk-ins for crafting and co-working at this time.
• The laser and vinyl cutters, 3D printer, and CNC mill will be available after we finish training our volunteer staff.
• See our drop-down "Calendars" menu for events  & trainings!