What is The Factory

The Factory is a hands-on maker space where youth will become part of an environment where they can have ideas, meet friends and make cool things. This interactive maker space features tools and technologies such as Laser Cutters, 3-D Printers, Computers and CNC-Robots. Our maker space technicians and guides will help transform your ideas into reality through fun hands-on project experiences.
​
The Factory is a new division of KidSenses, which is designed for youth ages 11 and up. We have launched a 1.4 million-dollar capital campaign to secure a permanent home for The Factory. While fundraising is underway, we invite you to preview The Factory at the Woodrow Jones Community Hall, located just one block south of KidSenses Children’s Museum.
​
View our Workshop Calendar to learn more and register to attend.
Meet the Team
Upcoming Workshops
Fall 2022 Schedule
Rustic-Robos
9/10/22 10am - 1pm
Nature Bots, ROLL OUT! Explore the
splendors of nature while examining the
mechanics of robots in this hands-on
workshop! Participants will combine the smooth, aluminum bodies of motors and batteries with the textured, irregular
components of nature to create Nature Bots!
Fantastic Fossils
9/24/22 10am - 1pm
We are all fossils in the making! The older the better with this hands on fossil
exploration workshop! Become a
paleontologist for the day and participate in a plethora of Paleozoic pastimes, including fossil digs, fossil identification, and fossil art !
Pumpkin Palooza!
10/8/22 10am - 1pm
Get Ready, Get Set, Gourd! Explore the
engineering design process with a peculiar pumpkin twist. Participants will create
different devices designed to launch, lift and even levitate the perfect pumpkin-participant.
Creepy Candy Creations
10/22/22 10am - 1pm
Trick or Treat! It’s that time of year again: the time for ghouls and free candy! Learn how create your own Halloween themed candy crafts! This one is not for the faint of heart.
Giving Thanks for STEAM
11/12/22 10am - 1pm
Let’s get making! Discover the science
behind Thanksgiving as we prepare to give thanks with delectable dishes with a STEAM twist. Surprise your family and friends with your new skills at your next holiday
gathering!
Fall into the New Year
12/31/22 10am - 1pm
​Welcome 2023 with your very own Ball Drop! During this workshop, you will design, build and drop your own version the Times Square Ball. The more lights the better! Let’s have a ball of a good time!
What People Are Saying
Sallie Smith

Middle School Teacher
view quote
Heather Roof

Middle School Teacher
view quote