Let the Royal Trumpets Blast with Fire!
Oct 29, 2018
Premiering at the faire this year will be The Royal Trumpets, one of Rochester’s first local kinetic fire sculptures, will be making its first homet
What is Maker Faire?
Maker Faire is a gathering of fascinating, curious people who enjoy learning and who love sharing what they can do. From engineers to artists to scientists to crafters, Maker Faire is a venue for these "makers" to show hobbies, experiments, projects.
We call it the Greatest Show (& Tell) on Earth - a family-friendly showcase of invention, creativity, and resourcefulness.
Glimpse the future and get inspired!
150+ Makers!
Aquarium 3.0
The Aquarium Project 3.0 is our leading project in 2018. Its prototype, “Loryfish”, has been completely realized by Catalin Montanaro and consists in a Robot Fish which can move freely in its habitat and avoid any obstacles.
Propane Dancefloor
Propane Dancefloor Interactive laser harp.
Magic Wheelchair
Magic Wheelchair builds epic costumes for kiddos in wheelchairs — at no cost to families. Come build with us and gain access to Solidworks and the Stan Winston School of Character Arts!
Thimble: Inspiring the Next Generation of Engineers through Hands-on Kits
Thimble helps parents and educators teach children a basic understanding of engineering and computer science principles through a monthly subscription kit service.
Light Painting Photobooth
Make your own Light Painting using a long exposure camera LED throwies, lightsabers, light up wands, and anything else that lights up with the Maker Faire Rochester Crew!
Farrell's Builds
Farrell is a young prop maker from Toronto. He became interested in making props and movie replicas when he was younger. Currently, Farrell is working on many different projects including a spacesuit replica from "The Martian" Feel free to stop by!
Homemade 8-bit Computer
A homemade 8 bit computer utilizing LEDs that will respond to user input. Come check out how cool it is!
Backyard Lander
My project is to build a half-size lunar lander to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Apollo 11 landing on the moon. The anniversary is July 2019. This project was the first award of the Rochester Awesome Foundation for the month of August.
Maker Faire Rochester Wants You!
With more than 145+ exhibits, performances, kinetic sculptures, hands-on workshops, and more, Maker Faire Rochester really does have something for everyone!
See the full list of exhibits and more!
Maker Faire Rochester can’t happen without Volunteers! We need people willing to help put on the “Greatest Show (& Tell) on Earth” for everyone in our community.
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