Protohaven — Local services in Wilkinsburg

Great non-profit Maker space now in its 5th year, available to the public. Not sure how to make something? Plenty of folks on hand to help you turn an idea into a concrete product. Classes are hands-on and project-oriented. Instructors have deep practical knowledge. There's a complete woodshop, metal shop, blacksmithing, jewelry, large-format lasers for etching and cutting a variety of materials. An electronics area, three 3D filament printers, a graphic arts area for printing, vinyl cutting and making tee shirts and coffee mugs with a sublimation printer. An industrial and commercial sewing area including CNC embroidery. Monthly membership and class pricing is reasonable with a variety of options. The shop is run by volunteer members. Staff are friendly...

I've been a member of Protohaven since it opened about six years ago. It has grown a lot and has tools for just about anything that you could possibly want to make. The members are a lot of fun to be around and I have found it to be a great environment where people are always willing to talk about ways to accomplish projects. If you are a hobbyist looking for a cheap way to get started making things or are just looking for bigger and better tools than you personally own then this is a great place to join. There are also plenty of people who earn their living in part or in whole by making things at Protohaven. As best as I am aware, you can drop in any time that it is open to take a tour to see if what Protohaven offers...

It’s Pittsburgh's largest makerspace and school for design and fabrication². The staff and volunteer are friendly, inviting and helpful, and the instructors are very knowledgeable and skilled. Learn how to use various tools and equipment, such as lasers, CNC routers, all things woodshop related, 3D printers, blacksmithing, welding, and more. It’s an opportunity to meet amazing fellow makers who share the same passion and creativity. Protohaven is a great place to learn, grow, start a business, or just to hang out with a community excited to make new things. I highly recommend it to anyone who wants to explore their...