Fab Lab El Paso
El Paso, TX, United States
About Fab Lab El Paso
Located in El Paso, TX, United States, Fab Lab El Paso is a vibrant hub for hands-on innovation in United States. the space brings together makers, students, and technology enthusiasts in a fully equipped fabrication and prototyping environment. From 3D printing and electronics to robotics and software development, the lab supports projects at every stage — from initial concept to working prototype. Weekly open maker nights, technical workshops, and collaborative sprints make it easy for anyone in TX to get started, regardless of background or experience level. Fab Lab El Paso is committed to growing the region's STEM ecosystem by connecting creative individuals with the resources and community they need to bring bold ideas to life.
Description
From 2017 to 2018, Fab Lab was contracted for the installation of 10 makerspaces in 10 EPISD High Schools. In April 2018, Fab Lab sponsored the inaugural Makerspace Competition at STEAMX, the largest high school STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) Competition in El Paso.
In July 2018, Fab Lab hosted Maker Camp sponsored by Marathon Oil and powered by Make: Magazine, Maker Media, and Google. In 2019, Fab Lab partnered with Microsoft to launch the first ever certified coding short course in El Paso and launched the first Mobile Makerspace in our region with the help of El Paso Community Foundation, Hunt Family Foundation, and El Paso Electric. Fab Lab has been recognized by Congresswoman Veronica Escobar for outstanding creative technology service for the community.
Since the onset of the pandemic in 2020, Fab Lab has been prototyping and 3D manufacturing stopgap PPE such as N95 masks and face shields for the community. We have also hosted online workshops and programs to continue our support creativity and innovation. In February 2021, we will launch our Virtual Field Trips in topics 3D Printing, Robotics, and VR. The film “Disrupted Borders” which documents a grassroots prosthesis project incubated at Fab Lab El Paso premiered at Cleveland International Film Festival followed by Philadelphia Latino Film Festival in 2021. In 2024, Fab Lab El Paso opened its K-12 makerspace classroom on the 4th floor of La Nube STEAM Discovery Center, an internationally-recognized Children's Museum.
Who Can Benefit
Students & Researchers
University and school students who want access to fabrication tools, prototyping equipment, and expert mentorship.
Entrepreneurs & Startups
Early-stage founders who need a collaborative space to build, test, and iterate on their hardware or software ideas.
Educators & Trainers
Teachers and trainers who want to run practical STEM workshops, coding bootcamps, or design sprints for their cohorts.
Independent Makers
Hobbyists, artists, and independent inventors who need access to tools and a community of like-minded creators.