Chicago Maker Space Information

The Chicago Maker Space is a creators' workplace born of the need for artists to continue their practice beyond post-secondary or institutional training. Founders Eli Merritt and Sam Merritt have designed an open studio-style environment equipped with a metal and wood shop along with ten private, 10' x 10' studio spaces available for rent. Centrally located at the Bridgeport Arts Center. (Enter on North side off of Racine Ave / 34th Place) Open to the general public but aimed at serving the professional working artist, the space offers daily, weekly, monthly, and annual memberships along with consulting at an additional cost. The shop floor consists of a two thousand square-foot workshop divided into separate wood and metal shops as well as a grinding/finishing room. The 10' x 10' studios offer artists a private, secure, and contained work space. The common making spaces along with individual studios are designed to create an efficient, productive, and supportive community for artists.