Maker Faire Long Island, June 8th, 2024

Jun 08, 2024 10:00AM—5:00PM

Location

Port Jefferson Harborfront

Cost tickets vary

Event Contact Lisa Rodriguez | Email

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Maker Faire Long Island Returns for 6th Edition on June 3rd, 2023

LONG ISLAND, NY – Maker Faire Long Island is excited to announce its return for the 7th edition on Saturday, June 8th, 2024, at the Long Island Explorium in Port Jefferson. Part of the global Maker Faire network, this event continues to celebrate the vibrant intersection of creativity and innovation across science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM).

Last year’s Maker Faire Long Island showcased a dynamic range of over 80 makers and attracted thousands of attendees from across the nation. The faire featured an array of interactive exhibits, from large-scale kinetic sculptures to immersive virtual reality experiences.

This year's edition promises to elevate these experiences even further with new exhibits and more engaging performances. Noteworthy returning exhibits include "The Royal Trumpets" by Adam Foster and innovative projects by FIRST Long Island Robotics. We are also excited to welcome new participants such as Upsculpt, whose environmentally conscious artworks from marine debris have garnered widespread acclaim.

"Maker Faire Long Island is a beacon for the innovative spirit, drawing makers and enthusiasts from across the country to celebrate the power of creativity," said Lisa Rodriguez, Director, Digital Media & Marketing of the Long Island Explorium & Co-Producer of Maker Faire Long Island. "This year, we are thrilled to introduce new makers and even more captivating exhibits that highlight the latest in STEAM. We aim to inspire attendees to explore their creativity and perhaps spark a lifelong interest in these fields."

For more information on Maker Faire Long Island, including ticket sales and a full list of exhibitors and performances, please visit the Maker Faire website. https://longisland.makerfaire.com/

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The Call for Makers, Performers, Artisan, and Crafters is open now through May 1st. Groups or individuals interested in exhibiting or offering a hands-on experience should complete the online application at https://longisland.makerfaire.com/call-for-makers/. Apply soon for early placement! Event organizers will reply to applications with further instructions for participation.

Founded in 2005, the Long Island Explorium is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit, charitable organization; your donations and memberships support the Long Island Explorium’s mission and outreach programs. Without your help, our work would not be possible. We are committed to the development of programs and exhibits deeply rooted in research and evidence-based practice. Our programs are aligned with NYSSLS, ELA, Math, and Social Studies Standards.

If you would like to support this or any of our programs, please consider a donation of $10 to the Explorium by visiting our Support Page https://longislandexplorium.org/support-us/ 

Please view our Visit Us page to learn more about our enhanced protocols, https://longislandexplorium.org/visit-us/