Make it and take it!

Give an old T-shirt with a statement print a new lease on life, reprint a lost game piece, or design a stamp: MeetUp at the Humboldt Forum!

In this three-hour workshop, anyone interested—with or without prior experience—is invited to explore various maker space technologies. On various dates (see below), we’ll explain how to use laser cutters, 3D printers, cutting plotters, sewing machines, and embroidery machines to create useful items for everyday life. 

Inspired by the museum’s current exhibitions and themes, you can design and create your own graphics and objects on a laptop using Inkscape or Tinkercad. If you’re skilled enough, you can take a finished product home with you at the end.

Space is limited. Please pick up one free admission ticket per person at the box office in the foyer on the day of the event! The workshop is not suitable for children and teens under 16 years of age.

Upcoming dates and themes

Bring a lost game piece back to life, reprint it, or design a stamp: MeetUp at the Humboldt Forum!

In this three-hour workshop, anyone interested—with or without prior experience—is invited to explore various Maker Space technologies. On various dates (see below), we’ll explain how to use laser cutters, 3D printers, cutting plotters, sewing machines, and embroidery machines to create useful items for everyday life. 

Inspired by the museum’s current exhibitions and themes, you can design and create your own graphics and objects on a laptop using software like Inkscape or Tinkercad. If you’re skilled enough, you can take a finished product home with you at the end.

Upcoming Dates and Themes in 2026

Small Patches & Embroidery with the Embroidery Machine
August 15 (no/little prior experience required) and August 22 (advanced)

Textile printing with a cutting plotter and heat press—please bring a cotton T-shirt or bag!
September 12 (no or little prior experience required) and September 26 (advanced)

Sewing Machine Halloween Special – Please bring your own fabric!
October 24 (all levels)

Useful Little Items from the 3D Printer
November 7 (no or little prior experience) and November 21 (advanced)

Jewelry from the Laser Cutter
December 5 (no or little prior experience) and December 19 (advanced)

Additional information: Free of charge. Please pick up your ticket on the day of the event at the box office in the foyer. Advance ticket booking and online purchases are not available. Duration: 180 min. Ages 16 and up. Languages: German, English. Wheelchair accessible. Location: Werkräume, 1st floor. Maximum 15 people.