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Step 3) Review the Frequently Asked Questions list

You've had a peak inside the make717 innovation Center; you understand the different ways to gain access but you probably still have questions.  Review our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) page and if your question is not answered on that list, send it our way by emailing info@make717.org.

Step 4) Determine your preferred membership level

 Now that your initial questions have been answered, it's time to get started!  Review the summaries below to determine what best suits you.

Social Maker (FREE)

Social Maker members are those who wish to have occasional access the make717 Innovation Center. This is available at no charge thanks to a unique partnership with the Library System of Lancaster County. The Library STEM Pass is available for checkout from your Lancaster County public library after you register on our website. This door access card gains you entry to the makerspace during prime time hours.  Click here to see if a STEM Maker Pass is available to borrow from your local public library or bookmobile.

Mini Maker (FREE)

Mini Maker members are those who are under the age of 18 years old. Mini Makers are granted free access when they are accompanied and properly supervised by an adult member.

Maker ($38.50/month)

Maker members are those who wish to access the make717 Innovation Center. These paying members receive their own personal cubby (13" x 13" x 13") for storage as well as their own door access card for entry to the makerspace during prime time hours. 24x7 access is available upon request after a probationary period. Workshop costs are separate.

Maker Family ($55/month)

Have more than one adult in your household that is interested in a maker membership? That's great! We cover the whole household (up to 4 adults) with a single Maker Family membership. Each individual in the family is given their own door access card and has all the rights and privileges of Maker members.

Academic / Veteran Maker ($22/month)

Academic / Veteran Maker membership is available to those individuals currently enrolled in an accredited institution of higher education, faculty/staff at public or private school, or military veteran. We reserve the right to validate student enrollment against the National Student Clearinghouse. Members at this level have all the rights and privileges of Maker members.

Bulldog Maker ($22/month)

Staff, student and alumni from Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology are welcome to apply for this membership level. We reserve the right to validate student enrollment against the National Student Clearinghouse. Members at this level have all the rights and privileges of Maker members.

Interested in any of these membership options? Great! Just register and attend an upcoming Information Session and Tour event. Social Maker memberships are activated based on those in attendance at a tour. Monthly memberships are accepted as part of the tour as well.