Apply to Join Today
Our network is important. We vote new members in. It’s not a hard process!
Step 1:
Please come to our “Open House” on any Tuesday from 7 PM to 10 PM. Get to know some of our members and share your interesting projects. The members vote on new member applications every month, so be sure to introduce yourself. It is mandatory that
you to attend the Open Houses so members can get to know you.
Step 2:
Read our Bylaws and Policy Documents. They explain how we, as an organization, are run.
Step 3:
Fill out an application. The Secretary will follow up with an email to let you know you are on the ballot.
Step 4:
Members will vote on the application in the upcoming Monthly meeting.
Step 5:
If your application is accepted by the members, congratulations! Next, you will need to come setup payments with a Board Member. You can bring a check, cash or sign up for automatic stripe credit card payment with a board member during the Tuesday night meeting.
Once dues are paid, you’ll get your swipe cards and keys.
Step 6:
DONE! Start making some awesome projects as a member of the Gainesville Hackerspace!
Member Benefits:
- 24/7 Access to both Gainesville Hackerspace locations:
- West Shop: Electronics workstations, 3D printers, laser cutter, classroom/meeting areas, light machining equipment, and more!
- Industrial Shop: Our dirtier tools; Mills, lathes, forges, welders, sand blasters, and other shop equipment.
- See our Locations page for more details
- Use of all community tools and equipment (subject to training requirements)
- Free or discounted access to all workshops and events (less material costs)
- Free Internet access
- Access to Members Only Forum areas
Membership Dues:
- Student Member – pays $35 a month
- Regular Member – pays $50 a month
- Family Membership – pays $50 a month for the first member, and $35 for each member residing in the same household.
To remain a member in good standing, members must:
- Abide by the bylaws and membership agreement
- Pay monthly dues, on time and in full
- Clean work area before leaving
- Attend meetings regularly and participate actively
- Supervise and escort any guests invited into the space
- Be encouraged to vote at meetings
- Assist in other lab cleaning / maintenance duties
- Be excellent to each other